Police Dispatcher/Call Receiver
Listed on 2026-10-23
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Government
Bilingual
Last updated on October 20, 2026
PST Partner Agency since June 30, 2016
November 30, 2026.
This recruitment offers a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 to eligible Police Dispatcher / Call Receivers joining UWPD!
Job Description Area Information Hiring Status Salary Information University of Washington Police Department - Police Dispatcher / Call Receiver Requirements
Category
Requirement
Required at time of...
Test
Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
Typing Test Yes, required
The typing test is a critical component of your written test score and you are required to complete the online typing test within 90 days (before or after) your written exam. You will be allowed four (4) attempts at the typing test every seven (7) days and are responsible for selecting the score that you want PST to forward to the agencies you have applied with.
35 WPM; 90% Accuracy
PST Personal History Statement Our agency requires a Personal History Statement, but not through PST. If you fill out the PST version for another agency, please keep a copy of the information you have gathered as there is significant overlap in what our agency will be asking on our Personal History Statement if you are selected to proceed to that step.
Minimum Age 18
Citizenship Legally Eligible to Work in the US
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills to include demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely speak and understand English.
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider the highest score received within the past one year
Request/Access Scores On an as-needed basis as vacancies occur
Dispatch Typing Test 35 WPM; 90% Accuracy
University of Washington Police Department- Police Dispatcher / Call Receiver Disqualifiers
The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.
Category
Disqualifier
Criminal Activity Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Contact InformationUniversity of Washington Police Department
- Police Dispatcher / Call Receiver
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