DISPATCH, EMERGENCY SERVICES SAFETY

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 39,158,280 - 41,198,505; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement through PERA

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Emergency Dispatcher in Denver, Colorado. The role involves receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, evaluating situations, and dispatching appropriate resources. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, with a bachelor's degree preferred, and experience in dispatching for a school district or 911 center. The role offers a salary range of $28.425 to $29.906 per hour, depending on experience, along with various benefits including health and wellness offerings.

Qualifications

• One or more years of dispatch experience for a school district or a 911 center.
• Ability to receive and maintain CCIC and NIMS certifications.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming information and operate under emergency situations.
• Dispatch resources like law enforcement and emergency services.
• Monitor software programs that manage security systems.

Skills

Emergency response

Critical decision-making

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Applications will be received until May 12, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About This Job

Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from administration, schools, members of the public, bus drivers, and District employees concerning students, accidents, community complaints, requests for information, requests for dissemination of information to other schools, groups, parents, or employees. Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment to relay information or orders to proper District officials or first responders.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range. $28,425- $29,906 per hour (depending on experience). Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluates incoming information and operates in a calm and proficient manner under emergency and crisis situations, making critical decisions independently.
• Receives emergency and non-emergency incoming telephone calls and dispatches applicable resources, including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Monitors and maintains multiple software programs that control security alarms, fire alarms, elevator alarms, imminent freeze alarms, supervisory alarms, AC power fail alarms, and water pump alarms.
• Monitors and maintains cameras for all buildings.
• Monitors all District Safe to Tell and Gaggle reports.
• Provides after-hours assistance to transportation.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• One or more years of dispatch experience for a school district or a 911 center.
• Receive and maintain a CCIC certification within 3 months of hire; Receives and maintains NIMS certifications within 3 months of hire.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.