Job Description
Join Newark's elite emergency response team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! This urgent opportunity offers comprehensive training to become the vital communication backbone of our city's safety operations. Work alongside seasoned professionals in a fast-paced environment where your quick thinking saves lives. We provide full salary during training, excellent benefits, and career advancement pathways. Newark is investing in new talent – don't miss this chance to start a rewarding public safety career with competitive compensation and growth potential.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prioritize emergency calls, dispatching appropriate police units
- Operate computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems and radio equipment
- Provide critical information to officers and other emergency responders
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and incidents
- Coordinate with other agencies (fire, EMS) during multi-incident scenarios
- Remain calm and professional under high-pressure situations
- Complete mandatory training programs to achieve full dispatcher certification
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid New Jersey driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Excellent communication and multitasking skills
- Basic computer proficiency with ability to learn specialized software
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- No felony convictions and clean driving record
- Typing speed of 40+ WPM (test required)