Lateral 911 Dispatcher – 24/7 Shifts, Paid Leave

City of Peoria, Arizona; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria, Arizona is seeking a Police Communications Specialist to handle 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls, dispatch police resources, and relay critical information to officers. The role requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and multitasking.

Candidates must complete CJIS Security Training and ACJIS TOC within six months, pass background checks, and demonstrate typing at least 35 wpm, along with hearing and vision requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years experience in same or similar position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls.
• Dispatch resources and provide information to personnel.
• Work with multi-line telephone and 9-1-1 systems; must work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Participate in background investigations and onboarding processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing speed

Shift work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS Security Training

ACJIS TOC

Typing 35 wpm

Vision 20/20

Hearing 40db

Background check / polygraph

Job description

The City of Peoria, Arizona is seeking a Police Communications Specialist to handle 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls, dispatch police resources, and relay critical information to officers. The role requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and multitasking.

Candidates must complete CJIS Security Training and ACJIS TOC within six months, pass background checks, and demonstrate typing at least 35 wpm, along with hearing and vision requirements.