Job Description
DISPATCHER
POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION DISPATCHER $50,882 ANNUALLY Join our team in this full-time role offering exceptional benefits, including comprehensive health and life insurance, a strong retirement plan, and competitive pay.
Job Functions: - Responsible for handling multiple channels of communication simultaneously, such as radio, telephone or computer messaging.
- 911 Dispatchers often must prioritize multiple incoming calls and radio requests without getting overwhelmed, knowing their decisions play a critical factor in emergency response to incident.
- Dispatchers determine the nature and priority of calls advise callers of best course of action while on the line; and use Emergency Medical Dispatch guide cards to quickly and properly give pre-arrival medical instructions to help treat patients until First Responders arrive.
- Perform clerical duties, driver's license checks, process wanted persons, records of missing persons, stolen and recovered property and more via the National Crime Information Center database system.
- Utilize radio console, emergency telephone, mapping system and computer aided dispatch system to monitor and record the exact location of on-duty responders.
Minimum Qualifications: - Applicant to be a US Citizen at least 18 years of age with no criminal record
- High School Diploma or GED.
- A valid TN Driver's License is required and must remain valid as a condition of continued employment.
- Must pass written examination, typing test of 35 wpm, physical and psychological exam, drug screen, and background investigation.
- Required the ability to work in a 24/7 emergency communication center environment.
Education, Training and Experience: - General knowledge of Public Safety, Security, and Police Policies and Procedures.
- Knowledge of emergency Fire/Medical Dispatch Procedures.
- Basic knowledge of the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Database.
- Ability to type over 35 wpm and possess basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.
- The ability to communicate facts in a clear and concise manner.
Special Requirements: - Must be able to work flexible shifts, including weekends, and holidays.
- May be required to sit for extended periods.
- Must successfully pass a background and driver's license check, a psychological exam, and a physical exam, including a drug screen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We participate in E-Verify.
We appreciate your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to every inquiry. Only candidates selected for testing or interviews will be contacted. Please note: A new application is required for each career opportunity you apply for. In accordance with Tennessee's Open Records Law, all submitted applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2026 Apply on-line at
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
10/14/2025
Location : POLICE
Job Class : DISPATCHER
Posting End : 05/31/2026
ANNUAL SALARY: $50,882.00-$50,882.00
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours