Job Description
Join the elite emergency response team at the Orlando Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee. This high-paying trainee position offers comprehensive training to launch your career in public safety. You'll be the critical lifeline connecting citizens with first responders during emergencies. We provide competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a clear career advancement path. If you thrive under pressure and want to make a real impact in your community, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Process emergency and non-emergency calls with precision and urgency
- Dispatch police, fire, and medical units using advanced CAD systems
- Maintain accurate call logs and incident documentation
- Provide critical information to field units during active incidents
- Operate radio equipment and multi-agency communication platforms
- Remain composed during high-stress crisis situations
- Participate in continuous training to enhance dispatch proficiency
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Florida driver's license
- Ability to pass extensive background check and polygraph examination
- Minimum typing speed of 40 WPM
- U.S. citizenship and residency in Florida
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Strong multitasking and decision-making abilities
- No felony convictions