Airport Police Dispatcher (Job Opening #524086)

Aviation Department - City of Kansas City, MO • Full-time • Kansas City, Missouri, United States • $19.27 - $28.01 / hour • 1w ago

Aviation Department – Airport Police Division

Location: 1 International Square

Schedule: Shifts based on 24/7 operational coverage, schedules will include nights and weekends, schedules are assigned by seniority after training. Mandatory overtime may be required.

Application Deadline: October 14, 2026

What You’ll Do:

• Dispatch personnel and maintain accurate records through telephone, radio, and computer dispatch systems to ensure timely response and coordinated operations

• Provide customer service and respond to inquiries on the Airport Information Line to keep the public informed and supported

• Communicate with and dispatch police officers and maintenance personnel, ensuring the right equipment and resources are deployed to resolve incidents effectively

• Operate technical systems, including fire alarm and suppression systems, Video Management

System, Access Control System, 800 MHz Trunked Radio System, and other computer-based systems to support airport safety and monitoring

• Maintain dispatch logs using a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) program and complete clerical work to ensure accurate, compliant records

• Conduct criminal history checks and verify warrant information using REJIS, MULES, and NCIC systems while responding quickly, calmly, and clearly transmitting information during emergency situations

• Performs other duties has assigned.

REQUIRES:

• High school graduation

• Ability to pass a physical and psychological evaluation as prescribed by the City

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen

• Ability to pass background check as prescribed by the City

• Ability to pass TSA 10-year background check