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Police Radio Dispatcher
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: The E-9-1-1 PSAP/Communications service center is highly secured enclosed area. Incumbents must remain at the assigned work station except for designated break and lunch periods and are not allowed to leave their radio dispatch position without a relief dispatcher. Since incumbents perform duties in close proximity with each other, background noise from calls received by other incumbents may be distracting.
1. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Must be a citizen of the United States.
3. Must not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to or entered a plea of nolo contendere to any felonycharge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor or controlled substances.
4. For those who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States, type of release/discharge must be "honorable".
5. High school graduate or equivalent; must type at least 35 words per minute typing score on tests designated by Personnel; must successfully pass a battery of psychological tests, a Structured Interview Board, reading test, and dispatch test; must have effective written and interpersonal skills; geographical knowledge of the City of Memphis is preferred; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception of "first responders", must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
