Dispatcher I or II - DOQ - Summer 2026

ANNUAL SALARY

(DOQ)

DISPATCHER I

$50,058•$67,578 DISPATCER II $59,469•$80,283 Exceptional Employment Package

HIRING BONUS OPPORTUNITY!

$2,500 AFTER

COMPLETION OF ONE YEAR AND

$2,500 PAYABLE

UPON COMPLETION OF TWO YEARS EMPLOYMENT.

Employee Benefits offered by the

City of Prairie Village:

Increased starting salary based on relevant experience and education State KPERS retirement system Educational Reimbursement•50% of tuition annually Eligible to apply for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) for Public Service Supplemental Retirement options with City Match Deferred Compensation Plans Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Unused sick leave incentive program Time in Service Awards at each 3 years of employment Paid Parental Leave for 8 weeks, Paid Military Leave Individual health, dental and vision plans paid in FULL by City Life and Long Term Disability Insurance paid in FULL by City All equipment provided by City 24 hour access to City fitness facility

Nature of Work:

Responsible for assisting police officers in effectively protecting lives and property of Prairie Village and Mission Hills residents. As such, provides a communication link between public, other agencies and police. Work involves performing duties with high degree of independence and proper judgment.

Responsibilities and Primary Duties/Functions:

Receive all incoming police and 911 telephone calls; dispatch emergency services to location; provide radio services as required. Record data in CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) system. Complete various computer checks requested by officers and relay response information to requesting officer. Maintain appropriate records and logs. Enter, modify and remove warrants and wants in law enforcement computer system. Monitor station alarms. Utilize and maintain recording equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Some computer experience. One year of emergency radio dispatch preferred. No felony convictions. Felony arrests and misdemeanor convictions will be subject to review if involving drug/alcohol violations, assault/battery violations, or any crime involving moral turpitude violations. Successful completion of the Communications Training Officer Program, demonstrating a degree of proficiency compatible with standards set for position.