Emergency Dispatch Specialist – Flexible Shifts & Impact

City of Bullhead City; Bullhead City (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Wellness Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

City of Bullhead City seeks a Public Safety Dispatcher to receive and dispatch routine and emergency radio and telephone communications for Police, EMS, and other units. The role maintains field communications during incidents and ensures back-up for police personnel.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Arizona driver's license, and be able to pass critical exams and screenings (typing, reading, polygraph, drug screen, etc.).

Qualifications

• Minimum typing speed of 45 WPM required.
• Strong reading and comprehension skills.
• Proficient in using radio, telephone, and computer systems.
• Ability to maintain logs and records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls and classify priority for dispatch to police, EMS and public safety units.
• Maintain field communications during incidents and emergencies.
• Provide 911 Public Safety Answering Point support and coordinate interagency dispatch.
• Monitor radio channels and coordinate dispatch efforts.
• Enter data into recording systems and logs; maintain custody of records.

Skills

Typing 45 WPM

Customer service

Calm under pressure

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid State Driver's License

Job description

City of Bullhead City seeks a Public Safety Dispatcher to receive and dispatch routine and emergency radio and telephone communications for Police, EMS, and other units. The role maintains field communications during incidents and ensures back-up for police personnel.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Arizona driver's license, and be able to pass critical exams and screenings (typing, reading, polygraph, drug screen, etc.).