Job Description
Join the Greensboro Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and play a vital role in public safety! We offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your lifestyle while you train to become a certified dispatcher. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. No prior experience required – we provide paid training to equip you with essential skills in emergency response, radio communication, and crisis management. Take the first step toward a rewarding career in law enforcement today!
Responsibilities
- Answer and prioritize emergency/non-emergency calls using CAD systems
- Dispatch officers to incidents with precise location and situation details
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation of all communications
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during critical incidents
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Operate radio equipment and maintain constant communication channels
- Assist with training new dispatch personnel
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to type 40+ WPM with accuracy
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Pass background check and drug screening
- Strong multitasking and stress management skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Fluency in English (bilingual candidates encouraged)
- Must be 18+ years old