Emergency Dispatcher

Lansing, MI
State of Michigan Police Department

Salary: $22.54 – $29.31 Hourly

Position Summary:

The dispatcher is an essential and crucial part of the law enforcement team. Dispatchers act in partnership with police officers working the road and supply critical information and crucial services for their day to day operation. Preliminary investigations, interpretations of complex computer printouts, coordinating the deployment of emergency personnel and equipment during any crisis situation and routine assignments. A working knowledge of interrogation techniques, CPR and Basic First Aid is required for this position. This position will perform functions in a bias free manner.

Requirements:

  • Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
  • No specific type or amount of experience is required.
  • One year of experience equivalent to an Emergency Dispatcher 7.
  • Licenses, and Certifications Positions at the Department of State Police may be required to possess CPR certification.
  • Candidates for positions at the Department of State Police are required to pass the agency administered examination that tests the applicants’ computer and other dispatching-related skills.