Police Dispatcher
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THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you an experienced Police Dispatcher looking for a new opportunity in a dynamic team-focused environment
The Town of Paradise Valley (Town) Police Department is seeking lateral candidates ready to bring their skills to a department that values professionalism and are seeking a service-drivenPOLICE DISPATCHERtosupport the Towns mission to provide high-quality public services to a community that values limited government and under general supervision. The Police Dispatcher answers routine and emergency 911 telephone calls and operates two-way radios to answer questions and dispatch law enforcement officers to respond to calls and alarms as part of a high-functioning Communications Team.
All Town Police Department personnel subscribe to the Bulletproof Culture to1) Be Trustworthy 2) Be Resourceful 3) Be Professional 4) Be Victorious 5) Be Diligent 6) Be Intentional 7) Be Respectful 8) Be What you Want to See in Others 9) Be Supportive 10) Be an Effective Communicator 11) Be Legendary with Customer Serviceand 12)Be a Leader.
More specifically the Police Dispatcher:
- Adheres to theBullet Proof Cultureand practices the 12 fundamentals in daily work.
- Answers emergency 9-1-1 phone calls and evaluates calls determines response needed and documentsaccordingly.
- Dispatches appropriate law enforcement officers and/or transfers calls to other public safety agencies.
- Answers routine telephone calls responding to questions regarding Police Department operations.
- Operates Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and department network computer systems to enter and retrieve information and data.
- Operates radio system and maintains communication with officers in the field.
- Monitors the Town alarm system including identifying and verifying the type and location of the alarm source determining appropriate response to handle the situation and dispatching police or fire units to the alarm location.
WE PROUDLY OFFER:
Competitive Wages: $60954 - $81278 (hourly rates annualized and DOE)
Superior Work Environment
- Supportive leadership approachable command staff and a community that stands with us
- Compensatory time cap of 240 hoursso your time stays yours
- FCO assignment opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- 100% Town-paid medical and dental for employees with up to 90% Town-paid premiumsfor dependents
- Paidvacationandsick leaveaccruals with40 hours of vacation advanced upon hire
- 10 paid holidays 1 special holiday and2 personal days
- 320 hours of paid parental leave
- $250 clothing allowance upon hire; $500 (total of allowance and voucher) year after one year
- $5250 tuition reimbursement annually
- Life AD&D and short-term disability coverage (100% Town-paid)
- Enrollment inASRSwith excellent retirement benefits
Premium Pays:
- $3.00/hr (weekends)
- $1.25/hr (nights)
- 2.5% base pay increase for specialty assignments
THE REQUIREMENTS
To become a Police Dispatcher the Town requires:
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Two years of full-time law enforcement/public safety dispatch work which includes responsibility for data entry and records maintenance.
The successful candidate must also:
- Meet background requirements according to the CJIS Security Policy and possess certification or have ability to become certified to operate terminal NCIC and ACJIS terminals within six (6) months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain any state certifications required by the state of Arizona for the position of Police Dispatcher.
- Successfully complete a background investigation which includes a polygraph examination; employment driving and criminal history checks; a psychological evaluation; a controlled substance screening and a medical evaluation.
Additional Information
- Interested candidates must complete an online application through our website to be considered for this opportunity.
- Only the most qualified applicants will be considered.
- Recruitment is open until filled with a first review of candidates on June 19 2025.
The Town of Paradise Valley is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
