Police Dispatcher — 24/7 Public Safety Communications

National Public Safety Careers; DeWitt (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Dewitt, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, assign calls, and monitor officer status to support law enforcement operations.

The role requires clear radio communication, accurate typing, and the ability to learn local geography. Work may involve nights, weekends, and overtime per agency need.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Learn jurisdictional geography and operate dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio communications

Multitasking

Listening

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CJIS familiarity

Job description

National Public Safety Careers seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in Dewitt, MI. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, assign calls, and monitor officer status to support law enforcement operations.

The role requires clear radio communication, accurate typing, and the ability to learn local geography. Work may involve nights, weekends, and overtime per agency need.