Dispatcher
City of Novi · Novi, MI, US ·
- Seniority
- Junior
- Category
- Logistics
- Salary
- USD 58,969 / year
Answer emergency calls, dispatch police/fire/EMS units, and manage records for a municipal public-safety team.
Summary:
As a Dispatcher, you will be a key team player within the City of Novi's Public Safety team. You will be required to perform extensive phone work along with dispatching police, fire and EMS personnel. This is not an entry level position for police or fire candidates. This position is a 12 hour shift, 84 hour bi-weekly schedule.
Responsibilities include:
- Operating police and fire radios; receiving requests for police and fire services or information by telephone; determining appropriate resources necessary, transferring calls to other law enforcement agencies, ambulance service, or other appropriate party, providing routine police information, or taking other appropriate action.
- Warrant entry and filing; typing and data entry dealing with a variety of police/fire records and reports. Performing other misc. duties as required.
- Monitoring prisoners in lockup using building security camera system as well as audio contact.
- See job description for further details
Qualifications:
You hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent. You have the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Salary: $58,969 with a comprehensive fringe benefit package
Snapshot of our Benefits:
- Generous combined time off program
- Robust Employee Wellness & Engagement program. Past events have included Beautification Day, Mental Health Awareness Seminars, Cooking Well Series, BaconFest, Heart & Vascular Screenings, and Yoga at Work!
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Cafeteria Health Insurance Plan
- Dental insurance provided by the City of Novi
- Life insurance provided by the City of Novi
- 401a retirement plan & retiree health savings account with employer contribution
- Optional Roth IRA & 457 retirement plans
- Various personal and professional growth training resources
- Tuition reimbursement program and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
To Apply: Apply promptly with completed City of Novi application, cover letter and resume by completing an application online. EOE. Open until filled.