BC RCMP 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher Job in Prince George, BC

Job Title: 911 Police Dispatcher – Prince George

BC RCMP 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher

Prince George, BC

Contract (Full-time)

$65,714 – $87,946 Annual Salary

$33.595 – $44.95 Per Hour

Who We Are

The BC RCMP 9-1-1 Police Dispatch Centre located in Prince George is a closely connected team of supportive individuals who are passionate about their career and who have a common purpose to help and protect others. We are proud to be part of a caring culture where our co-workers become family and our strong teamwork builds a positive work environment.

What We Do

We answer emergency and non-emergency calls from the public who are reporting a crime and need police assistance. We quickly and accurately obtain all the information needed to assist the police in responding to the request for help.

Using state-of-the-art radio and computer technology, we dispatch our police officer to the scene. We function like an orchestra conductor responding to calls, coordinating police officers, and finding help when and where it is needed.

Who You Are

You have a strong desire to make a difference in the community. The opportunity to help people in need excites and motivates you. You possess a high level of accountability and commitment, and your ability to complete multiple tasks under pressure is reflective of your capacity to be a quick thinker. You are known for your great communication skills and can quickly summarize what you hear. You thrive in a fast pace environment. You are able to demonstrate self-control and composure during high pressure moments.

You have a desire to learn and seek out opportunities to learn in an interactive environment. You are proficient in using a computer and you have accurate and fast typing skill.

You enjoy a career where every day and every shift is different, no two days are the same. You look forward to engaging with people from all different walks of life and helping them through difficult situations.

“If you love exploring the outdoors, shift work can provide the flexibility for hitting the mountains, lakes and oceans that aren’t packed with crowds on the weekends. Just like the 9-1-1 Police Dispatch Centre, Mother Nature simply doesn’t operate on a regular schedule!” – Beth, 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher

We welcome applications from foreign trained and experienced individuals currently living in Canada.

Who Can Apply

BC RCMP is recruiting applicants who reside within a 500 km radius of Courtenay, Kelowna, Prince George and Surrey (British Columbia). Only applications from this area of selection will be considered.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a difference, thrive in a close community and be part of our growing team, take the first step by attending a career presentation.

 

The application process is outlined on our website.

Prerequisites

• Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada
• Resided in Canada for the last 5 years. 

• Resided Canada for the last 10 years. 

• A secondary school diploma, or employer-approved alternatives (See note)
• Proficient in English

Note: The employer approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:

 

• A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
• An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

 

9-1-1 Police Dispatchers are designated a safety-sensitive position and employees must abide by the RCMP Workplace Substance Use Policy which includes the use of cannabis.