Dispatcher/Telecommunicator
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Agency City
Jefferson
,
Agency State
Wisconsin
We are currently looking to fill two vacant positions. Upon hire, the applicant will be classified as a Communications Operator I and will start at $24.91 per hour. Upon successful completion of training and a satisfactory review at 6 months of full-time employment, the Communications Operator I will be moved to Communications Operator II and will then receive $27.43 per hours. ***Lateral Transfer applicants encouraged to apply***
Reason for Announcement:
Responsibilities:
As a Communications Operator you will receive emergency and non-emergency calls, prioritize situations, advise callers, and dispatch assistance: - Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment - Receives, assesses, and act on 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls - Dispatches and communicates with law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, and other necessary agencies using multi-line telephone and multi-channel radio systems - Documents all requests for service in a computer aided dispatch (CAD) system - Interprets incoming messages from state and nationwide linked computer system and acts on them - Updates records in local, state and nationwide databases as required - Accesses local and state database systems, in-house records and works with other agencies to verify and/or provide information as requested by law enforcement - Responds to court notifications and processes requests - Tests radio, paging and outdoor warning sirens.
Salary:
Benefits:
- Clothing Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
- Dental
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Wisconsin Retirement Fund
- 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm) - Shift Differential of $2.00/hour
- 3rd Shift (11pm - 7am) - Shift Differential of $3.00/hour
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
- No felony convictions
- React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
- U.S. citizen
Education Requirements:
Notes:
- Background Check
- Oral Interviews
- Psychological Examination
- Written Exam
How to Apply:
Contact Information:
411 S. Center Ave
Jefferson, WI 53549
United States