The City of Blue Ash is accepting lateral applications for the position of part-time Police Dispatcher. Lateral applicants are those applicants currently or previously employed as a Police Dispatcher (or comparable position with alternate titles such as 911 Dispatcher, Emergency Communication Officer, or Public Safety Telecommunicator). Applications must be submitted through the City's online system by or before Sunday, August 30, 2026.
If selected, prior service may be taken into consideration when determining starting pay. Subsequent to an offer of employment, and prior to beginning employment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation, polygraph exam, and drug screen. This position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and rotating shifts. This position offers a strong opportunity for full-time employment.
This is position that will enjoy contributions into the Ohio Public Employee's Retirement System (Pension); free individual membership to the Blue Ash Recreation Center with eligibility and discount for family members; and discounts at the Blue Ash Golf Course, and Sand Trap Grill.
An employee in this class responds to emergency and non-emergency phone calls for the Police Department. The Dispatcher dispatches police, maintaining status of officers location and well-being. Enter all police-related information into the computer including missing persons, stolen articles, stolen vehicles, warrants, criminal histories, and criminal intelligence. Dispatchers also complete arrest records, subpoenas, complaints, purchase orders, and other correspondences. May also be responsible for processing all police reports Hamilton County Municipal Court and Juvenile Court records.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be capable of exercising mature judgement and initiative while working under pressure and in stressful situations. Applicants should have training in communication skills and computer training for police-related inquiries and entries.
Apply online at www.BlueAsh.com/jobs.
Computer Access: If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at most Public Libraries. The Blue Ash Public Library of Cincinnati is located at 4911 Cooper Road, Blue Ash 45242.
Technical Support: Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Help Desk between 6:00am and 6:00pm Pacific Time Monday through Friday at 1-855-524-5627. You may also call the City of Blue Ash Human Resources Office at (513) 745-8642 for information.
The City of Blue Ash is an EEO/ADA Employer.
