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Join our fast-paced Police Department as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher Trainee and become an essential part of our community's safety network. We're seeking self-motivated, community-focused individuals ready to take on a rewarding challenge.
As a Dispatcher, you'll provide life-saving services, connect those in need with critical assistance, and support the safety and well-being of our community. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day.
We'll provide you with thorough training and the tools to master responding to emergency and non-emergency calls. You'll also learn how to dispatch police officers and operate advanced communication equipment like radios, telephones, and computer systems.
This role offers a dynamic 10-hour shift schedule, working 4 days a week, with rotations every four months. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Trainee's start with an annual salary of $53,545 ($25.74/hour), complemented by excellent benefits.
Your journey doesn't end with training! After successfully completing your program, you'll be promoted to Police Dispatcher, with a salary increase to $60,507/year ($29.09/hour). As you gain experience, your earnings can grow up to $77,209/year ($37.12/hour), including additional night shift pay and outstanding benefits.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in communications or a related field is desirable.
Experience: Some emergency or non-emergency dispatch experience is desirable.
License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Terminal Operator Certificate within one year of employment.
Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age as of the date of hire; a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements; and be of good moral character with no felony convictions.
Recruitment Process:
*Computerized Testing Process: Testing is administered by the National Testing Network (NTN), which will share your test results with the City to progress your application to the next steps.
To register and schedule your test:
During your visit to the NTN website, complete the registration process, schedule your test, and review detailed information, including the testing process and FAQ's. Testing is available virtually or in person at designated facilities.
Testing Fee Waiver: A fee is required for the written exam. Candidates facing financial hardship may request a fee waiver before registering for the test. For more details, see Candidate FAQ #26 at NTN FAQ's.
We’re looking for skilled 9-1-1 Police Dispatchers who are passionate about public safety and excel in communication to join our dynamic Police Department.
This critical role involves handling emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching officers to service calls, and operating advanced communication equipment, including radios, telephones, and computer systems. It’s a challenging yet deeply rewarding position that directly impacts the safety and well-being of our community.
We offer competitive pay, with the ability to hire above the starting rate based on relevant experience.
Work Schedule: This position follows a 4/10 varied work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with rotations every four months.
Pay range for this position is $29.09 - $37.12 hourly, plus additional night shift pay, and amazing benefits!
Our Minimum Qualifications for consideration are:
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in communications or a related field is desirable.
Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible communications or dispatch experience; or two years of law enforcement support experience utilizing one or more of the following systems:
License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (POST) Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate within one year of employment.
Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age as of the date of hire; a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements; and be of good moral character with no felony convictions.
Testing Process:
A full Job Description is available for review utilizing the link below:
