Dispatcher/Telecommunicator
Wood County Sheriff's Office
Agency City
Wisconsin Rapids
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
The Wood County Dispatch Center has an immediate opening for a Dispatcher Trainee, and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. This job classification consists of public safety telecommunications calls for service, and radio transmission to the Wood County Dispatch Center - Public Service Answering Point (PSAP). This provides the vital first-link between the citizens and various emergency services of Wood County, which directly contributes to the safety and well-being of service agencies and the public. Dispatchers should expect to work weekends, holidays, and nights. Additional pay incentives are provided for working nights, and holidays. Wage Progression: The Dispatcher Trainee will be compensated at the trainee rate during the training and probationary period. Upon successful completion of the required training and probation.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Qualifications:
- Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
- Ability to perform essential functions of this position
- Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
- Minimum Age:
Minimum Age45
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Drug Screening
- Oral Interviews
- Written Exam
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
400 Market St
PO Box 8095
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
United States