Public Safety Emergency Dispatcher

Regional Transportation District in; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver seeks a Public Safety Dispatcher (Administrative) to respond to emergency and non-emergency calls with professional communication and rapid information gathering. You will coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses using CAD, telephones, and radio to support safety and operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, typing at least 35 wpm, and ability to pass extensive background and security screenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to type at least 35 words per minute while entering data.
• Willingness to undergo extensive background investigation and screenings.

Responsibilities

• Answer and prioritize incoming calls; obtain complete information to determine urgency and dispatch needs.
• Dispatch appropriate police/security resources and coordinate fire/EMS responses; monitor units.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Dispatched CAD system

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD system

Job description

Regional Transportation District (RTD) in Denver seeks a Public Safety Dispatcher (Administrative) to respond to emergency and non-emergency calls with professional communication and rapid information gathering. You will coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses using CAD, telephones, and radio to support safety and operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, typing at least 35 wpm, and ability to pass extensive background and security screenings.