Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Currently recruiting for Part-Time positions. Number of work hours will vary based upon applicant availability. Part-time positions are flexible based upon applicant availability and often transition to full-time positions if desired. Examples of Duties A. Work involves radio communications (emergency and non-emergency) and telephone answering in the dispatch center for police, ambulance, and fire departments. B. Answer questions from the public and obtain sufficient information to make the appropriate emergency service dispatch request. C. Assign calls for service to field units. D. Maintain records of all incoming and outgoing calls from the communication center. Retrieve recorded audio files or data files. E. Communicate by radio, phone or text messages with field units and perform requested tasks. F. Perform emergency radio procedures in the event of radio operating difficulties. G. Provide update services for field units such as stolen articles, wanted persons, or informational broadcasts. H. Assign units by virtue of familiarity with the geographic layout of Bayfield County using reference points, road locations and emergency service boundaries. I. Process alarm reports (burglary, fire, etc.) J. Monitor courtroom and courthouse surveillance cameras K. Enter, modify and cancel warrants. Enter stolen items and missing persons. L. Use the CAD and records management systems to record complaints and assign incident and call numbers. M. Handle routine requests for record checks from field units. N. Perform related work as directed or required by department personnel including taking messages for off-duty personnel. O. Perform any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.