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DEFINITION This is public safety dispatching work on an enhanced 911 system. Employees in this classification are responsible for operating a variety of technical communications equipment, to include computer aided dispatching equipment used to receive and transmit information relative to City, law enforcement, fire, ambulance service, public works and a variety of other public assistance requests. Work involves receiving and carefully screening calls to determine appropriate type and level of assistance required to deploy City law enforcement, fire and public works personnel. Employees are required to frequently perform under considerable stress situations and use discretionary judgment when emergency situations arise, especially when multiple assistance calls are received simultaneously. Work includes the performance of a variety of recording and office support tasks associated with communication centers and the departments served. Errors in dispatch work can cause delays in getting emergency assistance to citizens. Work requires careful attention to detail, keen hearing/listening abilities, effective eye-hand coordination and the ability to concentrate on and perform several tasks simultaneously. Employees work rotating shifts for 24-hour coverage and are subject to call-back and mandatory overtime. SUPERVISION Employees in this position report directly to the Dispatch Shift Supervisor or designated Lead Dispatcher. The nature of this reporting relationship requires employees to perform duties with considerable independence. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Receives and answers calls for assistance, service or general information by querying the caller to determine location, type of incident, other pertinent information and enters this information into the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD); determines the type of assistance or service required; relays information to the appropriate public safety or public works unit; refers callers to County or State agencies when appropriate; maintains contact with the public safety field units to ascertain their status by receiving and transmitting messages, orders or instructions to mobile units to investigate complaints, automobile accidents, robberies, vandalism and other related emergencies. Receives and transmits messages, orders or instructions to mobile fire units to dispatch additional fire units or obtain other pertinent information or provide services; notifies public works units of inquiries and complaints on services or facilities; processes and secures services or information required by field units by contacting other municipal or state agencies to obtain information; maintains various logs and records of shift activities; monitors radio communications of other municipal and state public safety agencies and responds to request for information as required; accesses computer files to obtain information on vehicle registration, driver licenses, warrants, stolen property and other criminal records; performs related work as required. Working on all rotating shifts and maintaining a good attendance record are also essential functions of this job classification. QUALIFICATIONS Ability to: Education and Experience: High school graduation or equivalent and any combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Work experience that includes working with the public, working in stressful situations, and multi-tasking preferred. Work experience in public safety dispatching and/or education pertaining to public safety dispatching preferred. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Ability to obtain Telecommunicator I & II Certification from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission within 12 months. Ability to obtain ACCESS Level II Certification from Washington State Patrol within 12 months. Personnel in this position are required to have a telephone and must provide a telephone number for call-back purposes. Personnel must meet established audio and visual requirements of the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Constant Demands: Twisting at the waist, repetitive arm motion, repetitive hand motion, fine finger manipulation, talking, receiving and relaying information: hearing, seeing (reading small print on computer screens and printers), and speaking in a clear, concise, well-modulated voice. Frequent Demands: Sitting, standing, reaching (knees to shoulder), handling/grasping, and foot controls. Occasional Demands: Walking lifting light objects, typically less than 10 pounds, carrying, reaching below knees and above the shoulder. Environmental Factors: Work is performed in an enclosed office setting and is subject to distraction within the setting with moderate noise levels. Essential functions require sitting in an enclosed space for long periods of time. This position requires the wearing of headsets and proper use of other recommended ergonomic equipment. TO APPLY A City of Puyallup employment application form and supplemental questionnaire must be completed by the closing date (postmarks will be accepted). Application materials are available from our employment Web site at www.cityofpuyallup.org or at Administrative Office Building, 330 Third Street Southwest, Puyallup, or by calling the Human Resources Department at (253) 841-5596. GENERAL INFORMATION Only COMPLETED AND SIGNED applications that include the response to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be accepted. Those applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the City's current needs will be contacted by telephone for testing and/or oral interviews. The appointing authority may conduct second interviews. The successful candidate must pass a comprehensive background investigation. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon passing a drug screen. The successful candidate will also serve a 12-month trial service (probationary) period. GENERAL INFORMATION
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| AGENCY | City of Puyallup |
| DEADLINE | Friday, April 25, 2008 |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under direction of the Support Services Commander, supervises, schedules, coordinates and oversees the daily operation of the Police Communications Center; directs dispatching of police personnel and equipment; performs administrative and technical duties; and provides technical support to division administrative staff. Makes recommendation on the hiring, retention, pay and training of employees assigned to the Communication Center. Salary Range: $4,311 - $5,502 per month For a complete job description and to apply online: http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/ If you have any questions please contact Human Resources - Debbie Mills 425-837-3040 |
| AGENCY | City of Issaquah |
| DEADLINE | Open Until Filled |
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Make a difference! Save a life! If you are looking for a change and want to serve the community - 911 just might be the opportunity you are looking for! We answer 911 calls and dispatch police, fire, and medical services for 2 police departments and 14 fire departments. Current Salary Range $3,312 - $4,661/month. Excellent benefits. Check out our website: www.eastsidecomm.org City of Bellevue, Police Department, Eastside Regional Communications Center. The City of Bellevue is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. View our job description and apply online: https://www.bellevuewa.gov/jobs/JobAnnouncement.aspx?jid=112 |
| AGENCY | City of Bellevue |
| DEADLINE | Open Until Filled |
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Job Description: Develops, administers and provides physical security services for the purpose of safeguarding people, property, the environment, and information consistent with company and/or government requirements and regulations. Responsible for access control; patrolling; emergency communication and response; and traffic enforcement. Assist in the investigations of reported incidents by preparing security reports. Controls access to company facilities; issues access cards; arranges visitor escorts; and controls removal of company property. Protects property and classified areas; responds to alarms and emergencies and directs evacuations; resolves conflicts; issues security citations; identifies potentially hazardous situations. Plans and provides protection for important visitors and special functions. Ensures compliance with written policies and procedures relevant to the security of people, assets, and information. Must have good customer service skills. For various Puget Sound locations and various shifts. To view the complete job description and to apply online, please visit: www.boeing.com/employment/index.html, click "Job Search" and enter Req # "07-1007339" in the "Job Req #" field. Boeing is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity in the workplace. |
| AGENCY | The Boeing Company |
| DEADLINE | Open until filled |
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