Job Description
Join the elite San Antonio Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and launch a high-impact career in emergency response. This premium trainee position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and direct involvement in safeguarding our community. We seek motivated individuals with exceptional communication skills and a passion for public service to become the vital lifeline between citizens and first responders.
Responsibilities
- Process emergency and non-emergency calls with speed and precision
- Dispatch police units using CAD/RMS systems during critical incidents
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and activities
- Provide life-saving instructions via emergency medical protocols
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during large-scale emergencies
- Operate radio equipment and communication technology
- Perform data entry and record management tasks
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Minimum 60 WPM typing certification
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Ability to pass background investigation and polygraph examination
- Experience with multi-tasking in high-pressure environments
- Basic computer proficiency with MS Office suite
- Fluency in English (bilingual Spanish highly valued)
- No felony convictions and clean employment history