Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Highland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers in Highland, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers to support timely responses.

This role may involve night/weekend shifts and overtime. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided. Strong typing, radio communication, and geography skills help ensure accurate information and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Typing accuracy and clear radio communication essential.
• Ability to multitask while monitoring multiple displays.
• Understanding of jurisdictional geography and incident details.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatchers in Highland, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations, and assign calls to officers to support timely responses.

This role may involve night/weekend shifts and overtime. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided. Strong typing, radio communication, and geography skills help ensure accurate information and safe operations.