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Police Dispatcher Trainee

City of Buffalo Police Department
Buffalo
Estimated Salary
USD 40.000 – USD 50.000
New
Live Update
28 September 2026
Deadline
28 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join Buffalo's elite emergency response team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive paid training to launch your career in public safety. As the critical link between citizens and law enforcement, you'll be the calm voice during emergencies, coordinating police, fire, and EMS responses. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within the Buffalo Police Department.

Responsibilities

  • Answer emergency and non-emergency calls, prioritize incidents, and dispatch appropriate emergency services
  • Maintain accurate records of calls, incidents, and communications in CAD/RMS systems
  • Provide clear instructions to callers during emergency situations (e.g., CPR, first aid)
  • Monitor multiple radio channels and maintain situational awareness
  • Coordinate with other agencies (EMS, Fire, neighboring jurisdictions)
  • Perform data entry and generate daily activity reports
  • Participate in ongoing training to maintain certification and skill proficiency

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Excellent communication and active listening skills
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure in high-stress situations
  • Basic computer literacy and typing proficiency (minimum 35 WPM)
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • No criminal history (background check required)
  • Must pass pre-employment screening (typing test, written exam, interview)

Required Skills

communication multitasking typing computer literacy problem-solving decision-making stress management customer service

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