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Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Outagamie County Sheriff's Office

Agency City
Appleton
,
Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

Applications are now being accepted to
Fill vacancy
Type of Opening
Full-Time

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Answers 911 emergency phone calls, dispatching appropriate police, fire, medical, or other emergency units. Answers non-emergency calls, providing information to caller. Accesses computerized information, retrieving and analyzing data and providing to staff. Maintains radio contact with law enforcement, fire, and ambulance units within Outagamie County. Operates the Time System and personal computer in a proficient manner to obtain driver information, vehicle registration, warrants, etc.; properly interprets records; provides information to officers. Monitors alarm and weather systems, dispatching staff accordingly. Provides Emergency Medical Dispatch service to callers until emergency units arrive. Maintains and updates records, including all components of the 911 database. Reports necessary maintenance and operational needs to appropriate personnel, following department guidelines. Maintains regular and predictable attendance, works overtime/extra hours as required.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$23.63
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund

Qualifications:

Qualifications
  • Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to perform essential functions of this position
  • Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Clear and concise speech
  • Driver's license
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
  • React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
  • Minimum Age:
    Minimum Age
    18

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma
Additional Education Information
High school diploma or GED required.

Notes:

Notes
  • Background Check
  • Drug Screening
  • Medical Examination
  • Oral Interviews
  • Vision Examination
Affirmative Action (AA)
American Disability Act (ADA)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Erik Nielson
Application Contact Title
Telecommunications Supervisor
Application Contact Agency
Outagamie County Sheriff's Office
Application Contact Address

320 S Walnut St
Appleton, WI 54911
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(920) 832-5620

Submit:

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