Job Description
Join the elite Public Safety Communications team at the Fort Worth Police Department as a Dispatcher Trainee. We offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate diverse lifestyles while you train to become a critical first responder. This accelerated program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in emergency call handling, radio operations, and multi-agency coordination. Our state-of-the-art facility and mentorship program ensure rapid career progression to full dispatcher status. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
Responsibilities
- Process 911 and non-emergency calls with exceptional accuracy and empathy
- Operate multi-channel radio systems during emergency situations
- Input and retrieve critical data from CAD/RMS systems
- Coordinate resources with police, fire, and EMS agencies
- Maintain detailed incident documentation per NIMS standards
- Participate in shift rotations with flexible scheduling options
- Complete all academy training modules within 6 months
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum typing speed of 40 WPM
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Pass criminal background check and drug screening
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights/weekends
- Strong multitasking and stress management skills
- Basic computer proficiency with Windows OS
- Fluency in English (Spanish fluency preferred)