Huntsville Police Department hiring more dispatchers | News [Video]

Huntsville Police need more people to take 911 calls.

Huntsville Police’s communication division is now hiring for the position of police dispatcher. The division proudly employs a team of highly motivated individuals who are often the department’s first line of communication with the public during an emergency.

Primary responsibilities include fast and efficient work in receiving, dispatching and processing calls to appropriate emergency personnel.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to apply:

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma/ GED
• A valid driver’s license
• Type at least 30 words per minute

An offer of employment is also contingent on the candidate passing an interview, aptitude test (typing and listening), drug screen and polygraph test.

Starting pay is $45,240 annually, making it one of the highest paid public safety dispatcher positions in the state.

To apply click here.