The Salina Police Department is accepting applications for the position of 911 Dispatcher.

Duties: Successful candidates will be responsible for dispatching all police, sheriff, fire and ambulance operations in the city & county; operates a two-way communications system; monitors a computerized emergency system; types a variety of data into a computerized database.

Education:  High school diploma or G.E.D. Experience: In-service training program; typing speed 40 WPM minimum.

Requirements: Must live within 40-minutes response time; must be 21 years of age or older; must successfully complete in-service training program in communications related curriculum; must pass selection process that includes assessment interviews, psychological evaluation, computer voice stress analyzer examination, & thorough background checks.

Hours: Twelve hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. with every other weekend off.

Starting Pay: $20.12-21.13/hr.

Examination: Mandatory completion of computerized Dispatcher examination.  Exam schedule will be emailed to applicants.

To apply go to JoinSalinaPD.com and click on “Apply Now” and then “apply” under Application.

Closing Date: 4/30/2023

Contact:

Communications Supervisor

Wayne Pruitt

785-826-7210

wayne.pruitt@salina.org