Job Description
Join the Mesa Police Department's elite team as a Public Safety Dispatcher! This urgent hiring opportunity offers a chance to serve your community by coordinating emergency responses and saving lives. We're seeking dedicated professionals to join our 24/7 operations center immediately. Enjoy competitive benefits, comprehensive training, and career growth potential in a dynamic public safety environment. Apply now – positions fill fast!
Responsibilities
- Manage 911 calls and prioritize emergency responses
- Dispatch police, fire, and EMS resources efficiently
- Maintain accurate incident documentation and radio logs
- Utilize CAD/RMS systems for real-time tracking
- Coordinate multi-agency emergency operations
- Provide critical information to first responders
- Remain calm under high-pressure situations
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- 1+ years dispatch or customer service experience
- National Certification for Public Safety Telecommunicators (preferred)
- Ability to pass background check and polygraph examination
- Proficiency in multitasking and crisis management
- Clear communication skills in English (bilingual Spanish a plus)
- Typing speed of 40+ WPM
- Valid Arizona driver's license