PD Dispatch- Call Taker/Dispatch

National Police; Independence (MO); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police seeks a dispatcher to operate and coordinate radio communications for police, fire, and animal services. You will manage 9-1-1 CAD and criminal justice systems, maintain manuals and maps, and support high-stress scenes.

You will interact with multiple agencies and the public while working a shift schedule. The role requires a high school diploma, typing precision, NIMS training within six months, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typing at least 35 words per minute.
• Completion of training program, including the completion of required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.
• Work is performed inside, sitting at radio console in a confined area with several employees at a time.
• Must be available for shift work and weekends.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Typing Test and Critical Test
• Drug testing and Hearing Test
• Comprehensive Background Check

Responsibilities

• Operates and coordinates combined radio communications for police, fire, and animal services.
• Operates 9-1-1 computer-aided dispatch, NCIC/MULES/REJIS systems.
• Maintains procedures manuals, directories and maps and performs related duties.
• Must be able to multi-task and react to high stress situations.
• Interacts with Police, Fire, Animal Services staff, Codes, other City departments, Ambulance Personnel, and citizens.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Education

NIMS level training

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary: 28.84 USD

Position Summary

Operates and coordinates combined radio communications for police, fire, and animal services. Duties include operation of 9-1-1 computer-aided dispatch, NCIC/MULES/REJIS systems, cause response and emergency preparedness weather warning sirens, TDD-TTY {hearing impaired phone) and 24-hour recorder as required. Maintains all procedures manuals, directories and maps and performs related duties. Must be able to multi-task and react to high stress situations. In addition to contact with Police, Fire, and Animal Services staff, the position interacts with Codes, other City departments, and Ambulance Personnel as well as citizens and visitors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to type at least 35 words-per-minute.
• Successful completion of training program, including the completion of required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.
• Work is performed inside, sitting at radio console in a confined area with several employees at a time.
• Must be available for shift work and weekends.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Typing Test and Critical Test
• Drug testing and Hearing Test
• Comprehensive Background Check