POLICE DISPATCHER (Part-Time)

Bel Air Police Department; Kottayam; On-site; INR 3,038,000 - 5,337,000; Part time

Job summary

Bel Air Police Department is seeking experienced Part-Time Police Communications Operators (Dispatchers). The role involves receiving calls for service, dispatching officers, and maintaining professional conduct during stressful events. Requires prior dispatching experience, relevant certifications, and CAD familiarity.

Applicants must be 18+ and a U.S. citizen. Shifts vary: day, evening, and midnight, including weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized high school or possession of a GED.
• Prior police/public safety dispatching experience and current required certifications are mandatory.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of the “Ten Code” and radio communications.
• CAD system knowledge and experience is required.
• Prior experience in law enforcement, fire service, emergency communications, or another comparable dispatch environment is required.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the U.S. at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls for service and determine priority.
• Dispatch calls for service to police officers and other units.
• Perform related duties and required services with calm professionalism in stressful situations.
• Maintain situational awareness and accurate information during events.

Skills

Dispatching experience

CAD knowledge

Ten Code

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radio communications

Job description

Bel Air Police Department

POLICE DISPATCHER (Part-Time)

The Town of Bel Air Police Department is seeking experienced and certified Part-Time Police Communications Operators (Dispatchers). Applicants must have prior police/public safety dispatching experience and possess the required certifications. This is a responsible technical level position within the Bel Air Police Department. The primary purpose of this position is to receive calls for service, dispatch calls for service to police officers, and perform other related or required services. Work in this class requires the exercise of judgment and the ability to carry out responsibilities in a calm and professional manner through stressful and difficult situations.

Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized high school or possession of a GED. Prior police/public safety dispatching experience and current required certifications are mandatory. Applicants must possess a competent level of dispatch experience and demonstrate proficiency in the use of the “Ten Code” and radio communications. Computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system knowledge and experience is required. Prior experience in law enforcement, fire service, emergency communications, or another comparable dispatch environment is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the U.S. at the time of appointment.

Special Requirements

Qualified candidates must be available to work various day (7 a.m. - 3 p.m.), evening (3 - 11 p.m.), and midnight (11 p.m. - 7 a.m.) shifts, including weekends and holidays, and provide additional coverage for vacations and other absences as needed. Work hours will vary based on departmental needs and the employee’s availability.

Miscellaneous Information

Note: we no longer accept paper applications. Please contact the Department of Human Resources at 410-638-4550 if you require assistance.

Job Details

Job ID PT-PCO Category Bel Air Police Department Status Open Salary Pay Range: From: $23.33/hr. To: $40.99/hr. Posted November 4, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

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