Impactful Police Dispatcher - Emergency Communications Pro

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Lewiston (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lewiston, MI is seeking police dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and support officers with accurate locations, incident details, and timely updates. The role may include radio communication, records duties, and coordination with neighboring agencies.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; training is provided for entry level, with additional certifications possible for advancement.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Lewiston, MI is seeking police dispatchers to receive emergency and nonemergency requests and support officers with accurate locations, incident details, and timely updates. The role may include radio communication, records duties, and coordination with neighboring agencies.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; training is provided for entry level, with additional certifications possible for advancement.