Ottawa County Central Dispatch

Serving Citizens, Visitors & Public Safety Agencies of Ottawa County
by providing an effective method of accessing emergency services through professional and courteous public safety communication and dispatch services.

Ottawa County Central Dispatch

Serving Citizens, Visitors & Public Safety Agencies of Ottawa County
by providing an effective method of accessing emergency services through professional and courteous public safety communication and dispatch services.

Ottawa County Central Dispatch

Serving Citizens, Visitors & Public Safety Agencies of Ottawa County
by providing an effective method of accessing emergency services through professional and courteous public safety communication and dispatch services.

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Ottawa County Fire, Police & EMS agency and administrative numbers.

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Upcoming Meetings

Administrative Policy Board

October 22, 2026, 9:00 AM
Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority

Administrative Policy Board

December 3, 2026, 9:00 AM
Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority

About Ottawa County Central Dispatch

The Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority is committed to providing one point of contact for all emergency situations in Ottawa County. Central Dispatch is staffed 24 hours a day with Communication Specialists and Supervisors to ensure that calls are handled with urgency, and ensure the proper agency responds as quickly as possible. The staff is comprised of employees committed to serving the public during times of crisis, with courtesy and professionalism. Employees are trained and certified to provide pre-arrival first aid instructions over the phone as needed until help arrives on the scene.

Updates & Announcements

Now Hiring – Public Saftey Communications Specialists

$24.84 – $32.29 / Hour

Qualifications
  • Minimum age of eighteen (18) years old
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One (1) year computer experience
  • Demonstrated skill of typing at least 35 words per minute
  • Strong multi-tasking skills

This position requires shift, holiday, and weekend work for continuous 24/7 shift coverage.

Benefits
  • Paid vacation & holidays
  • Health, dental, vision
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401A with employer match
  • 457 with employer match
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Overtime opportunities

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