Emergency Police Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Ashley (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Ashley Police Dispatcher opportunities are available in Ashley, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure timely and safe responses.

Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and can learn local geography while meeting background screening requirements. Training may be provided for entry-level hires.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Accurate typing and clear radio communication needed.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates on changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Active listening

Geography literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ashley Police Dispatcher opportunities are available in Ashley, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and details, assign calls to officers, monitor radio traffic, and relay updates to ensure timely and safe responses.

Ideal candidates type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and can learn local geography while meeting background screening requirements. Training may be provided for entry-level hires.