Job Description
Join the Wichita Police Department as a Police Dispatcher Trainee and become a vital lifeline for our community! We're urgently seeking motivated individuals to handle emergency calls, dispatch officers, and ensure public safety. This full-time trainee position offers comprehensive training and career growth opportunities. If you're calm under pressure and dedicated to serving others, apply today and start making a difference in Wichita.
Responsibilities
- Answer emergency and non-emergency calls with professionalism and accuracy
- Dispatch police officers and emergency services to incident locations
- Operate radio equipment and computer-aided dispatch systems
- Maintain detailed logs of all communications and activities
- Provide critical information to officers in the field
- Coordinate with other emergency agencies during crisis situations
- Adhere to strict confidentiality and security protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Typing speed of 40+ WPM with accuracy
- Strong communication and multitasking skills
- Ability to remain calm during high-stress situations
- Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn dispatch systems
- No felony convictions or serious misdemeanor offenses
- Valid driver's license with good driving record