Non-Emergency Call Taker - Denver 9-1-1 Emergency Communications

About Our Job

This application is for the October 20, 2026, Non-Emergency Call Taker Academy. The rate of pay for this position is $23.00 an hour. Trainees will receive 7 weeks of paid classroom instruction followed by 3 weeks of paid, on-the-job training. After successfully completing training, and a 30 day review period you'll transition to a fully remote work from home environment.

Operation Hours Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Schedules are based on operational needs and will include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, so flexibility is essential.

Primary Communication Center: 12025 E 45th Ave, Denver, CO 80239
Back-up Communication Center: 950 Josephine St, Denver, CO 80206

Every day, people turn to the City and County of Denver looking for answers, guidance, and support. As a Non-Emergency Call Taker, you'll be the first voice they hear—providing exceptional customer service, connecting residents with city resources, and ensuring callers receive the assistance they need. Working in partnership with Denver 311, you'll handle a wide variety of non-emergency inquiries while recognizing when a situation requires an immediate emergency response. If you're a compassionate problem-solver who enjoys helping others in a fast-paced environment, this could be the career for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for community members seeking non-emergency assistance.
• Answer a high volume of incoming calls with professionalism, empathy, and efficiency.
• Gather critical information and determine the appropriate city service or resource for each caller.
• Recognize emergency or crisis situations and immediately transfer callers to 9-1-1 when appropriate.
• Research information using multiple city systems and accurately document all interactions.
• Deliver outstanding customer service while helping residents navigate City and County services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Enjoys helping others and providing outstanding customer service.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and can confidently manage multiple tasks at once.
• Remains calm, patient, and professional during difficult conversations.
• Has strong communication, listening, and critical thinking skills.
• Is comfortable using multiple computer systems while speaking with callers.
• Values teamwork, accountability, and making a positive impact in their community.
• Is interested in building a long-term career with the City and County of Denver.

Minimum Requirements

Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
Experience Requirement: None
Education/Experience Equivalency: None
License/Certifications: By position, requires a valid driver's license at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

About Everything Else

Job Profile: CJ3272 Emergency Service Worker

Position Type: Unlimited Position

Salary Range: $20.06 - $30.10

Target Pay: $23.00 per hour

Agency: Emergency Communications

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies: City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.