Job Description
Join the Richmond Police Department's elite communications team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! This is your gateway to a rewarding career in public safety where you'll become the lifeline connecting officers, citizens, and emergency services. We provide comprehensive paid training and career advancement opportunities. If you thrive under pressure, excel in fast-paced environments, and want to make a tangible difference in our community, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process emergency and non-emergency calls with precision and compassion
- Dispatch police units using CAD/RMS systems during critical incidents
- Maintain accurate radio communication protocols with field personnel
- Enter and update real-time data in law enforcement databases
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during major incidents
- Provide life-saving instructions to callers during emergencies
- Operate 9-1-1 equipment and backup systems
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum typing speed of 40 WPM (verified test required)
- Ability to pass extensive background investigation and polygraph
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- U.S. citizenship and residency in Virginia
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanors
- Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong problem-solving and de-escalation skills