Job Description
Join the Baton Rouge Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee. We are seeking resilient, quick-thinking individuals to join our high-stakes communications center. As a vital link between the community and our first responders, you will play a critical role in public safety. We offer a comprehensive training program to help you grow into a certified Police Dispatcher.
Why Join Us?
- Make a direct impact on your community.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- State-of-the-art dispatch equipment and technology.
- Career advancement opportunities within the department.
If you are seeking a challenging career in law enforcement support and have excellent communication skills, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prioritize incoming emergency (911) and non-emergency calls efficiently and accurately.
- Dispatch law enforcement, fire, and medical units to the scene of incidents in a timely manner.
- Monitor and operate radio communications equipment and Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems.
- Maintain accurate records of calls, dispatches, and unit status using departmental software.
- Assist callers with life-saving instructions when first responders are en route.
- Coordinate inter-agency communications during large-scale events or multi-agency incidents.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly over radio.
- Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.
- No felony convictions (background check required).
- Must be available to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.