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Looking for a fast-paced, rewarding career in public safety? Join our Police Department as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher Trainee and become an essential part of the emergency response team.
Make a difference every day in this role, you'll provide life-saving services, connect those in need with critical assistance, and help ensure the safety and well-being of our community.
See it for yourself! Click on the link below for a behind-the-scenes look at the high-energy world of emergency dispatching
We equip you with the skills to handle emergency & non-emergency calls, dispatch police officers, and operate advanced communication systems.
Starting Pay: $53,545/year ($25.74/hour)
Promotion to Police Dispatcher: $60,507/year ($29.09/hour)
Growth Potential: Up to $77,209/year ($37.12/hour)
Work-Life Balance
10-hour shifts (4 days a week)
Rotations every four months
Night, weekend, & holiday shifts may apply
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:
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:
