Job Description
The Police Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching police mobile units, emergency services, and lifesaving equipment throughout St. Louis County based on established priorities and procedures. This role involves operating an 800 MHz radio system and Motorola radio consolette to maintain contact with officers and local/statewide agencies, monitoring various radio channels, and providing criminal history, vehicle, and driver’s license information. The dispatcher also manages the location and status of all mobile units using computer-aided dispatch systems and mapping tools, operates the emergency siren warning system, and answers both emergency and non-emergency phone lines to route calls and provide necessary information. Additionally, the dispatcher investigates the details of reported criminal incidents, ensuring that the appropriate emergency response is deployed.
Education Requirements
Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED)
Required Certifications
Required REJIS certification to be obtained during initial phase of training with a mandatory recertification requirement every three years.