Job Description
Join the Tulsa Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and launch your career in public safety! No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive paid training to equip you with the skills needed to become a vital first responder. As a trainee, you'll learn to handle emergency calls, dispatch officers, and maintain calm under pressure while serving your community. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement within one of Oklahoma's most respected law enforcement agencies. Start your rewarding journey today!
Responsibilities
- Answer emergency and non-emergency calls with professionalism and empathy
- Accurately process and relay critical information to responding officers
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and activities
- Operate radio systems, computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and emergency notification tools
- Coordinate with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional incidents
- Provide pre-arrival instructions to callers in emergency situations
- Complete all required training modules and certification exams
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- U.S. citizenship and Oklahoma residency
- Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug screening
- Clear speaking voice and excellent communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to type 35+ WPM
- Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
- No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history