Job Description
Join Buffalo's elite emergency response team as a Police Dispatcher Trainee! This high-paying entry-level position offers comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities in public safety. Work in a dynamic environment where your communication skills directly impact community safety. We provide competitive compensation, full benefits, and a clear path to becoming a certified dispatcher.
Responsibilities
- Process 911 calls with accuracy and urgency
- Dispatch police units and emergency services using CAD systems
- Maintain detailed incident logs and radio communications
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during critical incidents
- Provide critical information to field units and other agencies
- Operate radio, telephone, and computer equipment efficiently
- Complete all state-mandated training programs
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred)
- Valid New York State driver's license
- Pass background check and polygraph examination
- Type 40+ WPM with high accuracy
- Ability to multitask in high-stress environments
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- No criminal record (felony convictions disqualify)