Job Description
Join Riverside's elite public safety team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! We're urgently seeking motivated individuals to become the critical lifeline for our community. This accelerated training program offers comprehensive instruction in emergency protocols, radio communication, and crisis management. With competitive pay, full benefits, and career advancement opportunities, this is your chance to make a real difference while building a stable future in public safety.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prioritize emergency/non-emergency calls via 911 and business lines
- Dispatch police units using CAD systems with precise location and incident details
- Maintain constant radio communication with field units during critical incidents
- Enter/update case information in RMS databases with meticulous accuracy
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during major emergencies
- Provide pre-arrival medical instructions via EMD protocols
- Monitor multiple radio channels simultaneously under high-pressure conditions
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Minimum typing speed of 40 WPM with 90% accuracy
- Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pass extensive background investigation and polygraph
- Clear speaking voice with excellent communication skills
- Ability to multitask in high-stress emergency environments
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanor offenses
- US citizenship or permanent resident status