Police Dispatcher-Lateral Transfer
City of Blue Ash, OhioDescription The City of Blue Ash is accepting lateral applications for the position of Police Dispatcher . Lateral applicants are those applicants currently or previously employed as a Police Dispatcher (or comparable position with alternate titles such as 911 Dispatcher, Emergency Communication Officer, or Public Safety Telecommunicator). Applicants must apply through the City of Blue Ash website on or before 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 2026. Lateral applicants will be required to complete an examination which will be scored to create an eligibility list. Applicants will be notified by email of the examination date, time, and location. If selected, prior full-time service will be taken into consideration when determining starting pay and leave benefits. After receiving an offer of employment and before starting work, candidates must undergo a background investigation, a polygraph exam, and a drug screen. The position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Examples of Duties An employee in this class responds to emergency and non-emergency phone calls for the Police Department. The Dispatcher dispatches police, maintaining status of officer’s location and well-being. Enter all police-related information into the computer including missing persons, stolen articles, stolen vehicles, warrants, criminal histories and criminal intelligence. Dispatchers also complete arrest records, subpoenas, complaints, purchase orders, and other correspondences. May also be responsible for processing all police reports Hamilton County Municipal Court and Juvenile Court records. Knowledge of public service activity and methods of local government; Knowledge of computer technology and equipment; Knowledge of law enforcement terminology and procedures; Knowledge of geography for the City of Blue Ash and surrounding areas; Knowledge of state and city laws; Knowledge of English language for spelling and proper word usage; Skill in multi-tasking- coordinating simultaneous mental, manual and visual activities; Skill in observing situations analytically and objectively and relaying details accurately; Skill in communicating using two-way radio and telephone equipment; Skill in operating a variety of communications equipment effectively; Skill in reading and interpreting maps to determine locations and jurisdictional boundaries; Ability to speak clearly and concisely; Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergencies; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Police Department personnel, other city employees, outside law enforcement agencies and the public; Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency. Typical Qualifications Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be capable of exercising mature judgement and initiative while working under pressure and in stressful situations. Applicants should have training in communication skills and computer training for police-related inquiries and entries. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least an hour to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY . You may apply by visiting www.BlueAsh.com/jobs or scan the QR Code The City of Blue Ash is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City of Blue Ash offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental and vision insurance. Additionally, full-time employees have access to City of Blue Ash Recreation Facilities, State Retirement Pension Systems (system dependent on department/classification) and voluntary deferred compensation options. Please see the Full Time Benefits Brochure. Specific information will be given at the time a job offer is extended to the successful candidate(s).