POLICE DISPATCHER (Part-Time)

Town of Bel Air • Town of Bel Air, MD

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About The Position

The Town of Bel Air Police Department is seeking experienced and certified part-time Police Communications Operators (Dispatchers). This responsible technical-level position receives calls for service, dispatches calls to police officers, and performs other related or required services. The work requires judgment and the ability to carry out responsibilities calmly and professionally in stressful and difficult situations.

Qualified candidates must be available for varied day, evening, and midnight shifts, including weekends and holidays, and provide additional coverage for vacations and other absences as needed. Work hours vary according to departmental needs and employee availability.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized high school or possession of a GED.
• Prior police or public safety dispatching experience and current required certifications are mandatory.
• A competent level of dispatch experience and proficiency in Ten Code and radio communications.
• Knowledge and experience with a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system.
• Prior experience in law enforcement, fire service, emergency communications, or another comparable dispatch environment.
• At least 18 years of age.
• U.S. citizenship at the time of appointment.
• Availability to work varied day (7 a.m.–3 p.m.), evening (3–11 p.m.), and midnight (11 p.m.–7 a.m.) shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Receive calls for service.
• Dispatch calls for service to police officers.
• Perform other related or required services.
• Provide additional coverage for vacations and other absences as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED