Job Description
Join the Portland Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and kickstart your career in public safety! We offer weekly pay, comprehensive training, and a supportive team environment. As a trainee, you'll learn to manage emergency communications, coordinate response efforts, and provide critical assistance to officers and the community. This is your opportunity to make a real impact while developing valuable skills in law enforcement operations.
Responsibilities
- Process emergency and non-emergency calls with speed and accuracy
- Operate radio systems to dispatch police units and resources
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and activities
- Utilize CAD systems for incident tracking and resource management
- Provide pre-arrival instructions to callers in emergency situations
- Coordinate with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional incidents
- Adhere to strict confidentiality and data security protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to pass criminal background check and drug screening
- Strong typing skills (minimum 40 WPM)
- Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities
- Ability to remain calm under high-pressure situations
- Basic computer proficiency with willingness to learn specialized software
- Valid Oregon driver's license
- No felony convictions