Job Description
Join the elite team at the Chandler Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! This high-paying entry-level position offers comprehensive training to launch your career in public safety. You'll be the vital lifeline connecting first responders, citizens, and emergency services in one of Arizona's safest communities. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities, this is your chance to make a real difference while earning a top-tier salary.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prioritize emergency/non-emergency calls via 911 and administrative lines
- Dispatch police, fire, and medical units using CAD/RMS systems
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation of all communications
- Provide critical pre-arrival instructions to callers during emergencies
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during critical incidents
- Operate radio equipment and emergency notification systems
- Remain calm and professional under high-pressure situations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Minimum 18 years of age at time of application
- Valid Arizona driver's license (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Ability to pass background check, polygraph, and psychological evaluation
- Typing speed of 40+ WPM with 95% accuracy
- US citizenship or legal permanent residency
- Basic computer proficiency and multi-tasking ability
- No felony convictions or misdemeanor domestic violence charges