POLICE DISPATCHER

City Of Surprise • Surprise, AZ

400d • $54,954 - $77,334

About The Position

The Police Dispatcher position at the City of Surprise, AZ, is a full-time role responsible for managing emergency and non-emergency calls, prioritizing them, and dispatching appropriate emergency personnel. This role supports a 24/7 operation, requiring flexibility in work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The dispatcher will also maintain records related to warrants, property files, and citations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of high volume telephone and keyboarding experience for entry-level applicants.
• Two years of experience as a public safety dispatcher in a law enforcement agency for lateral applicants.
• Must have or be able to attain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Terminal Operator Certification (TOC), Level A, within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non-emergency telephone calls.
• Prioritize calls and dispatch emergency personnel to crime scenes and calls for service.
• Enter and maintain warrants, property files, and citations.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED