Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Greenfield Police Dept

Greenfield, WI

Reason for Announcement:	Fill Vacancy Full-time
Responsibilities:	Public safety answering point for 911 emergency and administrative calls to the police department. Responsible for dispatching Police, Fire and EMS to various incidents throughout the city. Operates radio, teletype and ProPhoenix CAD/RMS system to facilitate up-to-date and timely records.
Salary:	$22.20 - $25.11 per hour
Benefits:	Wisconsin retirement fund; Health insurance; Life insurance; Sick leave; Dental; Paid holidays - 11; Deferred compensation; Vacation
Qualifications:	U.S. citizen; High school diploma; No felony convictions; Good verbal and written communication skills; React quickly and effectively to stressful situations; Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; Ability to keyboard/type words per minute - 25; Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems; Clear and concise speech; Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously; Ability to perform essential functions of this position
Apply By:	Ongoing Recruitment
Submit:	Agency Application - To obtain: www.greenfieldpolice.org
Contact:	Admin Communications Sup Heather Zagorski Greenfield Police Department 5300 W Layton Ave Greenfield, WI 53220 Phone: (414) 761-5357 Email: heather.zagorski@gfpd.org Internet: www.greenfieldpolice.org
Notes:	Written exam; Oral interviews; Medical examination; Drug screening; Background investigation; Residency required; Residency is within 15 miles of city borders.

Wisconsin

The Sauk County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Telecommunicator / 911 Dispatcher. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment and helping others, this position could be an ideal fit. Successful candidates should possess above average computer and communications skills. All required training is provided through an extensive, progressive field training program.

Reason for Announcement:

Fill vacancy

Establish eligibility list

Full-Time

Responsibilities:

The purpose of the Telecommunicator/ 911 is to perform emergency communications tasks for the Sauk County Sheriff's Office. Essential Duties Include: Answer emergency 911 calls from the general public, gather incident information, dispatches the appropriate emergency safety personnel such as police, fire, ambulance and other counties, and enters the call into the computer-aid design (CAD) database for tracking. Prioritize phone calls based on urgency, and maintain telephone contacts with callers during dangerous situations. Document reports taken regarding juvenile runaways, warrant services, and other important situations, and forward the report to the appropriate personnel. Utilize the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Division 131 dispatch center. Track status of County Deputies, police, and other emergency personnel regarding availability, location, and work schedule. Provide information to deputies and police regarding outstanding warrants, suspect/subject data, driver and vehicle information, and complaint investigations. Enter missing persons, stolen vehicles, guns, articles, and various other items into the Transaction Information for the Management of Enforcement (TIME) System as required by the State Department of Justice- Crime Information Bureau. Monitor National Warning System (NAWAS) weather services, activate warning sirens and issue warnings to emergency personnel in Sauk and surrounding Counties. Set up transportation for Chapter 51 commitments, inmates, suspects, detainees, and prisoner transports.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

Candidates with prior dispatching experience at a similar agency may start above hiring rate depending on prior years of service (lateral transfer for salary). Starting wage for an experienced candidate can be beyond Step 3 ($23.53) on a case-by-case basis.

Salary:

$22.46

$23.77

per

Hour

Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

Deferred Compensation
Dental
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation
Wisconsin Retirement Fund
Number of Paid Holidays: 11

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
Good verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge and skills in operating computer systems
No domestic abuse convictions
No felony convictions
React quickly and effectively to stressful situations
U.S. citizen

Minimum Age:

Minimum Age

18

Ability to keyboard/type words per minute:

Ability to keyboard/type words per minute

30

Must be willing to complete CritiCall online skills assessment prior to being invited to interview.

Education Requirements:

High school diploma

Notes:

Background Check
Drug Screening
Medical Examination
Oral Interviews
Psychological Examination

CritiCall Testing

Affirmative Action (AA)

American Disability Act (ADA)

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

How to Apply:

Click Here to Apply

Contact Information:

Eric Van Den Heuvel

Chief Deputy

Sauk County Sheriff's Office

1300 Lange Ct
Baraboo, WI 53913
United States

Phone

(608) 355-3507

Fax

(608) 355-3572

Email

eric.vandenheuvel@saukcountywi.gov

Website

Sauk County Sheriff's Office - Homepage

Apply By:

May 21, 2023, at 11:59 PM

Submit:

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