Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications & Emergency Support

National Public Safety Careers; Oden (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Oden, Michigan. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers based on priority and procedures.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and quickly learn jurisdictional geography to communicate clearly by radio. Training may be available for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training available for entry-level vacancies.
• Candidates must type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and communicate clearly by radio.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to 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 incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing accuracy

Clear verbal communication

Radio communication

Geography knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Criminal justice information systems (CJIS)

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Oden, Michigan. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and details, and assigning calls to officers based on priority and procedures.

Candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and quickly learn jurisdictional geography to communicate clearly by radio. Training may be available for entry-level applicants.