Critical 911 Dispatcher – Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Go Huskies; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Police Department Seattle campus is seeking a Police Dispatcher to join the Communications Center. You will handle 911 and non-emergency calls, determine needs, dispatch police mobile units, and refer to appropriate resources, while documenting in CAD and managing radio communications.

Ideal candidates possess strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of dispatching experience or completion of an accredited dispatcher program.
• Current Washington State Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification, ACCESS certifications, or out-of-state POST/PST certification.

Responsibilities

• Answer and process emergency and non-emergency calls, document in CAD.
• Dispatch police and resources, communicate safety information across radio channels.
• Maintain event records, perform NCIC/WACIC entries, and manage notifications.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Language skills

Typing

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD/RMS

Job description

The University of Washington Police Department Seattle campus is seeking a Police Dispatcher to join the Communications Center. You will handle 911 and non-emergency calls, determine needs, dispatch police mobile units, and refer to appropriate resources, while documenting in CAD and managing radio communications.

Ideal candidates possess strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure in a high-security environment.