Job Announcement:
Newport Police Department
Public Safety Dispatcher
Newport, Rhode Island
The City of Newport, Rhode Island is accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher (civilian) with the Newport Police Department.
SALARY:
$49,849 - $58,359 annually (7/1/23 rate)
WORK SCHEDULE: Public Safety Dispatchers work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
OFFICIAL APPLICATION PERIOD: Friday, June 5, 2026, through Monday, June 22, 2026
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18 years of age by the end of the official Application Period (6/22/2026)
- Must be a High School graduate or possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Applicant claiming Veteran’s preference must present a DD-214 separation form
- Must be a United States citizen or authorized to work in the United States
- Must obtain NCIC/RILETS certification after appointment
- Working knowledge of public safety emergency telecommunications practices and procedures as well as state and federal regulations
- Knowledge of the geography of the city of Newport
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and effective manner and often under stressful, emergency conditions; ability to establish effective working relations with employees
- Ability to maintain calm demeanor and multi-task (i.e., the monitoring of multiple computer screens) under stressful emergency conditions in a detailed and timely manner
- Ability to transcribe and interpret information from monitor screens & respond in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with department protocols
- Proficient and clear oral and written communication skills with employees and the public; proficient data processing (use of a personal computer and office software) and organization skills
HIRING PROCESS
Application: Submit your application through www.policeapp.com by or before the application deadline date.
Written Exam: A written examination is expected to be held in the Newport Police Department’s Assembly Room during the week of July 6th. Candidates must receive a score of 70% or higher to be eligible for further testing.
Oral Board Interviews: A panel consisting of Police Department officials will conduct an initial evaluation of a candidates’ qualification, background, and experience as it relates to the position. Initially, only the top 50% of the City’s qualified candidates will be invited to participate. Remaining qualified candidates will be retained for consideration during the term of the City’s two-year eligibility register.
Background Investigations: Pass/Fail – conducted by the Newport Police Department.
Psychological Screening: Pass/Fail –conducted for candidates selected to continue in the hiring process.
Applicants must successfully pass all phases of the hiring process. Candidates who successfully complete all required examinations and evaluations will be placed on the City’s two-year eligibility register for future employment consideration.
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Please direct questions regarding this position to hr@newportri.gov
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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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