Job Description
Join the Baton Rouge Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and kickstart your career in public safety! We're seeking motivated individuals with exceptional communication skills to join our 24/7 operations center. Enjoy flexible scheduling options while learning to handle emergency calls, dispatch units, and maintain critical incident documentation. This full-time trainee position offers comprehensive on-the-job training and a clear path to becoming a certified dispatcher. If you thrive under pressure and want to make a real difference in our community, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process emergency and non-emergency calls with accuracy and compassion
- Dispatch police units and emergency services using CAD systems
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and incidents
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during critical incidents
- Provide critical information to field units and other agencies
- Operate radio equipment and computer-aided dispatch systems
- Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols and department policies
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Basic typing proficiency (35+ WPM)
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Strong multitasking and decision-making skills
- Valid Louisiana driver's license
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends
- US citizenship or legal resident status
- No felony convictions