Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County is seeking an entry-level 911 Dispatcher I in the Sheriff's Department. The role handles emergency and non-emergency dispatch via radio and CAD, prioritizes calls, and coordinates field units. Training and ongoing certification are required, with rotating day/evening/night schedules.

The position is located in Ajo, Arizona, about 120 miles west of Tucson, with a pay range shown for hourly compensation and a first review date noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Documentation of education and experience in the application is essential.

Responsibilities

• Receives emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatches units via radio and CAD.
• Determines priorities and monitors public safety responses in real time.
• Maintains logs and uses computer systems to enter and retrieve information.
• Rotating shifts include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Emergency dispatch

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD systems

Radio communications

Job description

Pima County is seeking an entry-level 911 Dispatcher I in the Sheriff's Department. The role handles emergency and non-emergency dispatch via radio and CAD, prioritizes calls, and coordinates field units. Training and ongoing certification are required, with rotating day/evening/night schedules.

The position is located in Ajo, Arizona, about 120 miles west of Tucson, with a pay range shown for hourly compensation and a first review date noted in the posting.