Emergency Dispatcher 7-E8 - Intelligence Operations / Lansing Regional Communication Center
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
About the position
The Emergency Dispatcher plays a vital role in the law enforcement team, providing essential support to police officers by coordinating emergency responses and managing communications during crises. This position requires a working knowledge of emergency dispatch operations, including the use of complex computer systems and effective communication with law enforcement personnel. Dispatchers must perform their duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring equitable treatment for all individuals.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate the deployment of emergency personnel and equipment during crises.
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• Provide critical information and services to police officers in the field.
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• Conduct preliminary investigations and interpret complex computer printouts.
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• Utilize interrogation techniques, CPR, and Basic First Aid as required.
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• Maintain effective communication with law enforcement personnel and external agencies.
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
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• For Emergency Dispatcher E8: One year of experience equivalent to an Emergency Dispatcher 7.
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• CPR certification may be required.
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• Pass the agency-administered examination testing computer and dispatching skills.
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• Pass a pre-employment screening, including a criminal history background check.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in public safety and emergency service operations.
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• Knowledge of Emergency Dispatch Center operations.
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• Experience using communication devices and equipment for dispatching.
Benefits
• Health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
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• Life insurance benefit of two times annual salary (up to $200,000).
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• Long-term disability insurance.
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• 401(k) and 457 retirement plans with state contributions and matching.
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• Paid vacation and sick leave, with additional personal days for community service.
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• Paid parental leave of 12 weeks after birth or adoption.
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• Paid holidays including New Year's, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, and more.
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• Annual longevity bonuses for employees with five years of service.
,
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
,
• Tuition reduction programs for employees and family members.
,
• Professional development reimbursement up to $2,000 per year. Apply tot his job
The Emergency Dispatcher plays a vital role in the law enforcement team, providing essential support to police officers by coordinating emergency responses and managing communications during crises. This position requires a working knowledge of emergency dispatch operations, including the use of complex computer systems and effective communication with law enforcement personnel. Dispatchers must perform their duties in a bias-free manner, ensuring equitable treatment for all individuals.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate the deployment of emergency personnel and equipment during crises.
,
• Provide critical information and services to police officers in the field.
,
• Conduct preliminary investigations and interpret complex computer printouts.
,
• Utilize interrogation techniques, CPR, and Basic First Aid as required.
,
• Maintain effective communication with law enforcement personnel and external agencies.
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
,
• For Emergency Dispatcher E8: One year of experience equivalent to an Emergency Dispatcher 7.
,
• CPR certification may be required.
,
• Pass the agency-administered examination testing computer and dispatching skills.
,
• Pass a pre-employment screening, including a criminal history background check.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in public safety and emergency service operations.
,
• Knowledge of Emergency Dispatch Center operations.
,
• Experience using communication devices and equipment for dispatching.
Benefits
• Health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
,
• Life insurance benefit of two times annual salary (up to $200,000).
,
• Long-term disability insurance.
,
• 401(k) and 457 retirement plans with state contributions and matching.
,
• Paid vacation and sick leave, with additional personal days for community service.
,
• Paid parental leave of 12 weeks after birth or adoption.
,
• Paid holidays including New Year's, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, and more.
,
• Annual longevity bonuses for employees with five years of service.
,
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
,
• Tuition reduction programs for employees and family members.
,
• Professional development reimbursement up to $2,000 per year. Apply tot his job