Job Description
Join the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and launch your career in public safety! No prior experience is required – we provide comprehensive paid training to prepare you for this vital role. As the first point of contact during emergencies, you'll be the lifeline connecting citizens with officers. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference in our community.
What We Offer:
- Full paid training program (12 weeks)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pension plan and retirement benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Shift differential pay
- Advancement opportunities to senior dispatcher roles
Responsibilities
- Answer emergency and non-emergency calls with professionalism and urgency
- Dispatch police officers to emergency scenes efficiently
- Maintain accurate call logs and incident reports
- Operate radio systems and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software
- Provide critical information to officers in the field
- Multi-task during high-pressure situations
- Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to type 35+ WPM (testing provided)
- Clear speaking voice and excellent communication skills
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Must be 18+ years old
- US citizenship or permanent resident status
- No felony convictions
- Ability to work rotating shifts (nights, weekends, holidays)