Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Jefferson Police Dept

Agency City
Jefferson

,

Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position Responsibilities

The City of Jefferson Police Department is seeking a highly motivated individual for to fill an upcoming vacancy for 2nd shift Police Department Dispatcher/Clerk. The position is responsible for simultaneously operating a multi-channel radio console and a multi-line phone system, while maintaining computer-aided dispatch systems and other computer systems. Responsible for receiving, coordinating and disseminating critical information from various sources and maintaining radio contact with mobile/field units to monitor response, progress and any needed support. The position also involves the typing of police reports and various other office related duties.

Lateral Transfer Program Details:

All new employees will normally be paid the minimum rate in the appropriate salary range. Exceptions may be permitted with the approval of the City Administrator.

Salary:

Salary Minimum
$23.45
-
Salary Maximum
$30.77
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
 

Benefits:

Benefits
  • Clothing Allowance
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Wisconsin Retirement Fund
  • Number of 12

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
  • No felony convictions
  • Ability to keyboard/type words per minute:
    Ability to keyboard/type words per minute
    40
Other Qualifications
  • 2 years of clerical, public, and or customer service experience.

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma

Notes:

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

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Leigh Anne Hauser
Application Contact Title
Dispatch Supervisor
Application Contact Agency
City of Jefferson Police Department
Application Contact Address

425 Collins Road
Jefferson WI 53549
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(920) 674-7707
Fax
Application Contact Fax
(920) 674-7702

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
Resume
Agency Application
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Dispatcher/Telecommunicator

Sauk County Sheriff's Office

Agency City
Baraboo

,

Agency State
Wisconsin

Reason for Announcement:

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

Responsibilities:

Position 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:

Salary Minimum
$22.46
-
Salary Maximum
$23.77
per
Salary Type
Hour
Dependent on Qualifications
Dependent On Qualifications

Benefits:

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

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

Education Requirements:

Education Requirements
High school diploma

Notes:

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

How to Apply:

Contact Information:

Application Contact Name
Eric Van Den Heuvel
Application Contact Title
Chief Deputy
Application Contact Agency
Sauk County Sheriff's Office
Application Contact Address

1300 Lange Ct
BarabooWI 53913
United States

Phone
Application Contact Phone
(608) 355-3507
Fax
Application Contact Fax
(608) 355-3572
Email
Application Contact Email
eric.vandenheuvel@saukcountywi.gov
Website
Application Contact Website

Apply By:

Application Deadline

Submit:

Application Requirements
Agency Application
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