24/7 Police Dispatch Specialist – Emergency Communications

Talentify; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify's Police Department Dispatcher in Shawnee is a critical first contact for police services, handling radio, telephone, and CAD duties in a 24-hour center.

The position involves answering calls, dispatching units, updating records, and assisting officers and citizens. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be willing to complete the department’s Dispatcher Training Program; shift work is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent, with some college preferred.
• Prior experience in a public contact occupation is desired.
• Successful completion of the department's Dispatcher Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch units per information.
• Dispatch police and other personnel to calls for service.
• Monitor radio traffic and communicate clearly on police channels.
• Enter and update call data in the CAD system and related records.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Public contact experience

Strong communication

Ability to work shift rotations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD system

Job description

Talentify's Police Department Dispatcher in Shawnee is a critical first contact for police services, handling radio, telephone, and CAD duties in a 24-hour center.

The position involves answering calls, dispatching units, updating records, and assisting officers and citizens. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be willing to complete the department’s Dispatcher Training Program; shift work is required.