Police Dispatcher
About the job
- The candidate must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate maturity.
- The candidate must be a high school graduate or have a GED equivalent, with specialized coursework in general office practices such as typing and filing.
- The candidate must demonstrate good moral character.
- The position is safety sensitive.
- Work rotating relief shifts, including weekends, not exceeding 28 hours weekly.
- Monitor telephones and radio communications in the dispatch center, answer incoming calls, ascertain the nature of each call, and gather information for transmission or relay.
- Dispatch police and other response vehicles for emergencies, broadcast the nature, location, and time of incidents, contact required personnel and local emergency services, ensure reserve-unit coverage through designated call-back personnel, and relay information as required.
- Record computer data concerning radio and telephone communications, personnel and equipment locations, and emergency information; maintain ongoing contact with responding personnel and keep them informed.
- Track operational information such as inoperative traffic lights and closed streets and keep emergency personnel informed.
- Maintain the dispatch center work area and equipment in clean, working order.
- Operate radios, assist with radio communications, operate the base radio as required, and send and receive computer messages.
- Perform other duties as requested.
- REJIS certification and experience in police or fire dispatching are preferred.
About the company
Florissant is a municipal government in St. Louis County serving more than 52,000 residents. It uses a Mayor-Council structure with a full-time mayor and nine council members, funded by taxes and fees to run services such as police, public works, Parks and Recreation, health, and online access to ordinances, records, and bill payments. It emphasizes economic development, public safety, historic preservation (notably Old Town Florissant and the St. Ferdinand Shrine), and a pro-business climate. Its goal is to deliver municipal services efficiently, support residents and businesses, preserve its historic roots, and foster a safe, thriving community.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1786
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- In February 2026, council approved $5 million for roads and facility parking lots.
- MSD started Florissant’s $2.6 million Lindsay Lane sewer project in 2026.
- The adopted FY2026 budget is balanced at $29.9 million with employee raises.
What critics are saying
- The July 2026 $4 million Alcala settlement exposes costly police misconduct liability and reputation damage.
- FY2026 revenues stayed flat while insurance premiums jumped 13% after storm damage.
- Roads, ADA compliance, and sewer upgrades signal years of deferred infrastructure spending ahead.
What makes City of Florissant unique
- Florissant pairs 1786 historic preservation with 19 parks and two recreation centers.
- The city runs a full municipal stack: police, public works, parks, health, and economic development.
- Its 2026 budget and zoning overhaul show unusually active local-government execution.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance