Job No: 541876
Work Type: Full-time
Location: PHOENIX
Categories: Administrative Support/Customer Service,Communication/Community Relations,Emergency Management
DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona. Always wanted to work in a law enforcement role either supporting or being an officer? Join this unique division that maintains the safety and compliance of our transportation network around the state at our borders. Our Enforcement and Compliance division offers roles from customer support, to dispatching, all the way to senior management!
Dispatcher ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Job Location:
Dispatch/Evidence/Records
3838 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Posting Details:
Salary: $48,560.74
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.
Grade: 18
Closing Date: 06/29/2026
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of a Dispatch Supervisor, this position performs work in a highly technical environment in the Operation Communication Center (Opcomm). This position is responsible for critical incidents and to receive, process, coordinate, and disseminate emergency and non-emergency incidents and related information from multiple sources statewide in support of the Enforcement and Compliance Bureau, Office of Inspector General, Attorney General's Office, Arizona Department of Agriculture, and the Livestock Division using a multi-line telephone system, two-way radio, statewide port of entry cameras and a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System as part of a interfaced operational program. Dispatchers conduct research, enters, updates and retrieves information from computerized databases relating to wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen
vehicles, and other related information in accordance with policy and procedure. The Operational Communication Center is a 24/7 operation. Dispatchers are subject to shift work and must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Background check is required.
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.
Job Duties:
Dispatches, evaluates, and prioritizes requests for emergency and non-emergency service statewide incidents utilizing a multi-line phone system, two-way radios and a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
Interviews and documents all statewide callers to determine the nature of the call, location of the incident, other related information and the need for dispatching of assistance using a multi-line telephone system according to established rules and procedures.
Processes the requests received according to procedure; determines as much information as possible from the requestor to enable the most appropriate agency of responsibility and the most appropriate level of response. Determines from phrasing, vocal stress, and provides a proper level of response to the request to ensure the safety of the caller and responders.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
Department policies and procedures.
Federal, State, and department rules and regulations.
Policies and procedures governing security and privacy of record information.
Customer service procedures and techniques.
Report writing using the Computer Aided Dispatch System (CAD) software.
Telephone etiquette.
Radio transmission procedures to produce effective communication between two parties.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC), City, Department, and other applicable rules and regulations.
City streets and surrounding areas, including geographical layout of operating Districts.
Police emergency dispatch procedures.
Federal OSHA and State and County regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices.
Skills in:
Operating multiple computer systems, including specialized dispatch communications equipment required to carry out job assignments.
Operating standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software and demonstrate proficiency to prepare e-mail and time sheets.
Operating multiple computer systems, including specialized dispatch communications equipment required to carry out job assignments.
Operating standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software and demonstrate proficiency to prepare e-mail and time sheets.
Reading a map.
Google Workspace.
Ability to:
Obtain Department of Public Safety TOC certification within 6 months.
Obtain Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) certification within 6 months through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Remain calm and make logical decisions when in high stress situations.
Complete work accurately, maintains composure and responds to calls in an often stressful environment.
Operate radio transmitting equipment in a fast and efficient manner, under stress.
Follow departmental guidelines and procedures relating to response to emergency situations.
Exercise good judgment in the handling and prioritizing of calls within the department.
Effectively communicate and make decisions related to dispatching emergency vehicles under stressful work conditions.
Listen and retain information communicated in emergency calls.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
Communicate clearly.
Adhere to the rules, policies, procedures, and statutes that govern their conduct and performance within the Department.
Pass a background check is including a polygraph
Work weekend and holidays including flexibility to work various schedules and shifts.
Selective Preference(s):
Any Combination of training and experience that meet the KSA's. High school diploma or GED equivalency; and two (2) years experience in a high volume data entry and customer service environment.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
A valid driver's license appropriate to the assignment is required at the time of appointment.
Obtain and maintain the Terminal Operator Certification Level A by the Department of
Public Safety within six (6) months of hire or promotion date.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here (https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion) . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page (https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers)
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.
Retirement :
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
*Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay-out.
