Police Dispatcher

Salary: $60,421.00 – $68,472.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Receive incoming emergency calls and dispatch emergency services, maintain proficiency in operation of all dispatch related computer database systems, monitor radio networks and relay messages when appropriate, input and access information into databases, maintain EMD certification, and maintain Communications files as required.

Requirements:

• Public safety dispatch or telecommunications experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• File a properly completed application and personal history statement, which is acceptable to the City of Farmington Hills, and provide satisfactory responses to additional requests for information.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Emergency dispatching experience desirable, but not required.
• Basic typing and ability to operate a computer.
• Good communication and telephone skills.
• Have no prior felony charges or convictions.
• Have no prior criminal convictions which are punishable by more than one year in jail.
• Have no misdemeanor charges or convictions within five years of the date of application. All misdemeanor charges and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility of applicant.
• Pass a department-sponsored examination (CritiCall).
• Pass the department’s Oral Review Board.
• Pass a department-conducted background investigation.
• Pass a psychological examination administered at the direction of the department.
• Pass all phases of a physical-medical examination.
• An interview with the Police Chief and staff will be conducted, the results of which will be considered in the applicant’s overall suitability for employment.