Job Description
Join the frontline of public safety as a Police Dispatcher Trainee with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. This accelerated program allows you to start your career tomorrow while receiving world-class training in emergency response, communication protocols, and crisis management. Ideal for motivated individuals seeking to make an immediate impact in their community.
Our comprehensive 12-week paid training curriculum combines classroom instruction with hands-on simulation, ensuring you're fully prepared to handle high-pressure situations. Upon completion, you'll transition to a full-time dispatcher role with competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to become an integral part of Las Vegas' public safety ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Receive and prioritize emergency/non-emergency calls via 911 and administrative lines
- Dispatch police units using CAD systems and radio communications
- Maintain accurate call logs and incident documentation
- Provide critical information to first responders during active incidents
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during large-scale emergencies
- Operate computer-aided dispatch (CAD) and mapping systems
- Perform data entry and record maintenance in compliance with policies
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Ability to pass background check and polygraph examination
- Typing speed of 40+ WPM with 95% accuracy
- Clear verbal communication skills with no speech impediments
- U.S. citizenship or legal resident status
- No felony convictions or misdemeanor domestic violence charges
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays