Newaygo County Dispatchers serve as the first point of contact for community members seeking assistance for emergency and service request calls. While the ideal candidate will have some knowledge and/or prior experience in emergency dispatching, training will be provided.

This position will be full-time with full benefits, including but not limited to retirement, health insurance, vacation, 13 paid holidays, etc.

Examples of Duties

1.  Dispatches calls for service via radio and telephone to law enforcement, fire departments, EMS, and other applicable agencies.
2.  Monitors, tracks, and documents calls for service in the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.
3.  Enters warrants and other court documents into the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) system for five law enforcement agencies, accurately and completely.
4.  Participates in training as assigned to meet required standards.
5.  Performs in accordance with policies and procedures.