The Mesa Police Department Public Safety Communications section offers a challenging career (not just a job) and opportunities through a variety of assignments. Now is the time to become a member of the Mesa Police Department.  We have some of the best training and equipment in law enforcement.  We are continuously seeking out viable candidates for 911 Operator and Dispatcher Lateral positions that are ready to share in an active role in making the City of Mesa safe.  Become a part of our team and make a difference in the community.

Come apply with us!!!  Apply online for Public Safety Dispatcher Lateral or Public Safety 911 Operator.  You can also call the job hotline for additional details at 480-644-3301 or 1-800-884-5480.
 

View the RECRUITING VIDEO for an insight into the opportunities the Mesa Police Department Public Safety Communications has to offer. (1:46 minutes)
 

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Upon completing Dispatcher Lateral training the salary increases to $41,662.40. 
 

Top Pay for Public Safety Dispatcher is achieved in only 7 years at $56,284.80!  Top pay for Public Safety 911 Operator is also achieved in 7 years at $48,401.60.  This does not include Holiday Pay, Overtime, or Shift Differential.
 

View the next Public Safety 911 test dates.
 

Dispatch Academy start dates vary throughout the year.
 

We offer paid on the job training.
 

There is a 5% shift differential for certain hours worked.
 

We participate in the Arizona State Retirement System. 
 

The city also has a Deferred Compensation Program that employees can elect to participate in.