Chesterton Police Department now accepting applications for dispatcher
The Chesterton Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Communications Clerk (dispatcher).
Communications Clerk is a civilian employee assigned to daily shift duties at the radio dispatch center and often the first line of contact with civilians in emergency situations and for requests for services. The Communications Clerk is responsible for the initial receipt of calls for service, dispatching the calls to the shift supervisor or assigned personnel, and data entry of all information related to the initial handling of calls for service.
If you thrive under pressure, have exceptional communication skills, and want to make a real difference, apply! Be the lifeline connecting the CPD’s officers to the community!
BENEFITS
*FLEXIBLE SHIFT: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off.
*COMPETITIVE PAY: $53,312 per year.
*HOLIDAY PAY: Eight hours plus 1.5x pay for hours worked on holidays.
*GENEROUS TIME OFF: PTO (96 hours) and vacation (maximum 216 hours).
*HEALTHCARE: Competitive health insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, and employer HSA match up to $1,500 per year.
Request an application packet at cbaros@chestertonin.org or the CPD station house, 791 Broadway, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Applications and required materials must be submitted at the station house—or otherwise emailed to cbaros@chestertonin.org—no later than 12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31.
For the job description, go to https://www.chestertonin.org/DocumentCenter/View/16414/Communication-Clerk-Job-Description?bidId=
For job description waiver, go to https://www.chestertonin.org/DocumentCenter/View/16415/Job-Description-Waiver-Communication-Clerk?bidId=
For CPD lateral application instructions, go to https://www.chestertonin.org/DocumentCenter/View/16413/Chesterton-Police-Department-Dispatch-Application-Instructions-2025?bidId=
For employment application, go to https://www.chestertonin.org/DocumentCenter/View/16412/Employment-Application-pdf?bidId=
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