Job Announcement:
NOW HIRING
Public Safety Dispatcher
Application Deadline 12/4/26 at 11:59PM
The City of Meriden is accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher. A strong working knowledge of CAD/RMS systems is desirable and the ability to multi-task between phone, radio and computer systems is essential.
Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills, have a strong interest in serving the public, and willing to work a variety of shifts including weekends, midnights and holidays. Overtime is a requirement of this position. Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. YOU MUST APPLY ON LINE AT WWW.POLICEAPP.COM.
Closing date: 12/4/2026
Additional Information
Base Hourly Rate: Range $28.38 - $33.57 per hour
Shift differential 7.5% for evening shift
Shift differential 8.5% for midnight shift
$400 annual certification Bonus for triple certifications in EFD, EPD, and EMD
$400 annual certification Bonus for being Bilingual in Spanish
Uniform Allowance
Continuing education program and Paid Training
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Tuition reimbursement
401a retirement plan
OT paid at double time after 12 hours
All Mandates are double time (or triple time in some cases)
Please direct questions regarding this position to dboyce@meridenct.gov
About Law Enforcement Jobs
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
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