Lateral 911 Dispatcher

Peoria Police Department Communications Section The Peoria Police Department Communications Section is the lifeline between our community calling for help and our officers who respond to their calls. We answer 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls and dispatch resources using state-of-the-art technology. COME JOIN OUR TEAM! We are seeking strong team players who effectively communicate, are proficient with advancing technology, and can multitask and quickly adapt to change. ABOUT THE CAREER Peoria Police Communication Specialists are cross trained as call takers and radio dispatchers. They answer emergency and non-emergency calls using a multi-line telephone and 9-1-1 systems. Responsibilities include receiving, processing, and dispatching calls for service and providing information to personnel. This position requires shift work, and all employees must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as required. Also, lateral, full-time 911 Dispatchers have the ability to earn paid time off (up to 80 hours) based on previous experience in the same job function through our Award Leave program, if eligible. THE HIRING PROCESS: Submit an Application Please visit our employee page to apply online. Interview The most qualified applicants will be scheduled for an oral board interview. Oral boards may also be conducted via Teams, if applicants are out of state. Background Investigation and Polygraph A thorough background investigation will be conducted on the most qualified applicant(s) for the position. Conditional Job Offer (CJO) A conditional job offer is a preliminary offer of employment that depends on the applicant meeting certain requirements. A conditional job offer is not final until the applicant fulfills all the conditions and receives a final job offer. Medical Examination and Drug Screen Applicants must pass a drug screen and vision and hearing tests. Eyesight corrected to 20/20 and hearing in both ears not less than 40db. Psychological Screening A battery of psychological tests shall be administered, and the tests will be evaluated by a licensed psychologist and used in conjunction with a personal interview to evaluate the applicant and determine their suitability for employment. Final Job Offer (FJO) The Chief of Police, based upon the results of the selection process and personal interviews, shall make the final hiring decision. Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered. The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then Peoria is the place for you! Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.