Police Dispatcher

New Albany, OH
New Albany Police Department

Salary: $59,846.21 – $75,554.14 Annually.

Position Summary:

To receive and dispatch all police emergency calls for the City and stay in continuous communication with on-duty police officers, monitor emergency service radios and alarms, receive calls for City service and contact necessary resources during non-business hours, and maintain non-emergency contacts for public assistance.

Requirements:

  • The incumbent for this position must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Additionally, the incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain an Ohio Law Enforcement Automated Data System (L.E.A.D.S.) certification as well as an Ohio Computerized Criminal History (CCH) certification.
  • Other requirements include a valid Ohio Driver’s License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.
  • Finally, the incumbent must be able to successfully pass a background check according to the City’s established criteria and any restrictions put in place by state law.