Job Description
Join the Memphis Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and become the vital lifeline connecting officers, civilians, and emergency services. We provide comprehensive paid training and state-of-the-art equipment to prepare you for this high-impact role. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve your community in one of America's most dynamic cities.
Responsibilities
- Process emergency calls with speed and accuracy while maintaining composure under pressure
- Operate radio systems to coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses
- Enter and update critical information in CAD/RMS databases
- Provide life-saving instructions to callers during medical emergencies
- Monitor multiple communication channels simultaneously
- Adhere to strict confidentiality and procedural protocols
- Complete all training modules to achieve dispatcher certification
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and psychological evaluation
- Minimum typing speed of 35 WPM with 90% accuracy
- Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills
- Ability to multitask in high-stress environments
- No prior felony convictions
- Must be 18+ years old and a US citizen
- Valid Tennessee driver's license preferred