Job Description
Join the elite team at El Paso Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive training to equip you for this critical public safety role. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Your journey to becoming a certified dispatcher starts here!
Responsibilities
- Answer emergency and non-emergency calls with speed and precision
- Operate radio systems to coordinate first responders
- Enter and update information in CAD/NCIC databases
- Maintain detailed call logs and incident reports
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support
- Work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies
- Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and polygraph
- Strong typing skills (40+ WPM preferred)
- Exceptional communication and multi-tasking abilities
- Basic computer literacy proficiency
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends
- US citizenship or legal resident status