Police-PT 911 Dispatcher

PT 911 Dispatcher-Telecommunicator-Police Department

The Watertown Police Department is accepting applications to fill one (1) Part-Time 911 Dispatcher - Telecommunicator position and establish an eligibility list.

Starting pay is $27.20 per hour. We cannot offer benefits for part-time positions. Part-time dispatchers fill in on an as-needed basis for both AM and PM dispatch shifts. Part-time hours are posted on a monthly basis and short-notice opportunities may arise.

U. S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, with a valid Wisconsin driver's license.

High School graduate or HSED equivalent;

Prior Police Dispatch Experience MANDATORY;

Ability to keyboard/type at a high competency level; possess or have the ability to obtain certification in emergency dispatch techniques as approved by the state and an equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the ability to: make accurate decisions quickly, learn and apply public safety regulations, operate sending-receiving radio console, speak clearly and concisely and without panic, deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner, remain in control in emergency situations, work independently, multi-task, complete arithmetic computations, carry out orders with precision and speed, and have knowledge of office practice and procedures.

Applicants must successfully complete each stage of the recruitment and hiring process, then successfully complete the dispatch field training program after hire.

The ideal applicant will have a genuine desire to interact with citizens and cooperatively identify and solve problems in an effort to reduce crime and disorder in the community.

Any questions on the hiring process may be directed to Captain Jon Caucutt, , or jcaucutt

The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer