Job Description
Join Wichita's elite emergency response team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! We're seeking dedicated individuals with flexible schedules to serve our community. This full-time trainee position offers comprehensive training to master emergency communications procedures, multi-agency coordination, and crisis management. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow within our department. Flexible scheduling options available for qualified candidates.
Why Wichita Police Department?
• Nationally recognized training programs
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Commitment to employee wellness
Responsibilities
- Process emergency calls, prioritize incidents, and dispatch appropriate resources
- Maintain detailed logs and records of all communications and actions
- Operate radio systems, computer-aided dispatch (CAD), and emergency notification tools
- Coordinate with law enforcement, fire, EMS, and other agencies during critical incidents
- Provide pre-arrival instructions to callers in emergency situations
- Participate in continuous training on protocols, technologies, and crisis de-escalation
- Adhere to strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Strong multitasking ability under high-pressure situations
- Basic computer proficiency and typing speed of 35+ WPM
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Pass extensive background check, drug screening, and psychological evaluation
- No felony convictions or misdemeanor domestic violence charges