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City of Douglas

Dispatcher

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 1 week ago
Location: Douglas, AZ (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/15/2026

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A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.

$47,522 / year median in Arizona

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
This is radio communication, public contact and clerical work in the Police Department. An employee of this class is responsible for receiving communications and dispatching police units as necessary and appropriate in response to the calls. Work involves the operation of the police radio system and other communication devices and maintaining Police Department records according to prescribed procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or G.E.D. and two years of general clerical experience which includes a high degree of public contact. Bilingual (English/Spanish)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Residency within sixty miles of the corporate limits of the City of Douglas, within the United States, required within a reasonable time after hire date.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a City of Douglas application form to: City of Douglas Human Resources Department, 425 10th Street, Douglas, AZ, 85607; fax (520) 417-7155 or email nadia.rodriguez@douglasaz.gov. Applications and a full job description may be obtained at www.douglasaz.gov.