Police Dispatcher — Fast-Paced Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Fowler (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatchers for Fowler, MI. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, communicating with officers, and managing records systems.

The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts based on staffing needs. Responsibilities include documenting locations, assigning calls, monitoring radios, and coordinating with neighboring agencies.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and basic geography knowledge are expected.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking police dispatchers for Fowler, MI. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, communicating with officers, and managing records systems.

The role may involve nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts based on staffing needs. Responsibilities include documenting locations, assigning calls, monitoring radios, and coordinating with neighboring agencies.