Posting number: 5501-26002-LRCC-CF
Department: State Police
Job classification: Emergency Dispatcher 7-E8
Posting type: Open
Categories: Law Enforcement, 911 Telecommunications
The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full-service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law enforcement agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Emergency Dispatcher 7
No specific type or amount of experience is required.
Emergency Dispatcher E8
One year of experience equivalent to an Emergency Dispatcher 7.
Special Requirements
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.
Positions at the Department of State Police may be required to possess CPR certification.
Candidates without documented previous emergency dispatch experience applying 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.
This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a criminal history background check and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.
IMPORTANT You must attach a resume and cover letter to the attachment section within your application.
Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume and cover letter to their application.
Applicants will be selected for interviews based on the following screening criteria:
View the job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EmergencyDispatcher.pdf
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