School Police Dispatcher Job Montebello area,California USA,Government

Position: School Police Dispatcher - As needed

Montebello Unified School District

Salary: $26.30 - $34.58 Hourly

Location:

Montebello and Bell Gardens, CA

Job Type: On Call

Job Number: 26-06-SPD-AN-RS

Department:
Pupil and Community Services

Position Information

This is an open competitive recruitment to create an eligibility list for an as-needed position. Successful candidates are expected to work eight (8) hours a day, five (5) days a week. Candidates must submit proof of all supporting documents to be considered for the recruitment process. Failure to attach any one of the required documents will result in disqualification from the recruitment.

Final candidates will undergo a comprehensive background investigation to verify personal history including, but not limited to: financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use, driving record and supplemental application materials before a selection is made.

Duration of eligibility list:
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list that will remain valid for six months from the date of approval by the Personnel Commission.

General Purpose

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, performs responsible dispatching duties to assist School Police in timely responses to routine and emergency calls, monitors alarm equipment and security cameras; receives and transmits routine and emergency radio messages; receives telephone calls; prepares various reports, logs, correspondence and files; and performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This single position classification exercises independent thinking and judgment when receiving and responding to calls, alarms in schools and offices; initiates, receives, and transmits radio messages; dispatches School Police patrol units.

Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Monitors alarm equipment and security cameras and receives incoming emergency and routine radio and telephone calls; determines appropriate action based upon available information; secures and records necessary information regarding nature and location of incidents; dispatches necessary police, fire or other emergency resources according to established procedures.

Maintains contact with District School Police and dispatches units to assigned intrusion calls.

Receives telephone calls from public reporting irregularities and incidents at schools or other District facilities.

Inputs information into computer, collects and files information regarding incidents and departmental activity; compiles data, prepares and types reports and memorandums as assigned.

Operates a variety of departmental equipment such as two-way radio communication system and radio/transmit monitor, computer terminal, telephone and copier.

Assists individuals in person or over the telephone with limited or non-English speaking persons as related to emergency and non-emergency situations.

Processes and maintains a variety of confidential information as necessary.

May operate a District vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Basic principles of public safety dispatching and related codes.

Techniques of maintaining composure in emergency situations.

Correct oral and written usage of English.

Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

Operation of a computer terminal.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy in person and over the telephone.

Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Ability to:

Monitor alarm equipment and security cameras; receive and transmit routine and emergency radio messages; receive telephone calls.

Reason and respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations in a calm and efficient manner.

Speak clearly and concisely over communications systems.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Learn to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Operate a variety of departmental equipment such as two-way radio communications system and radio/transmit monitor, computer terminal, telephone and copier.

Prioritize emergency situations.

Compile and enter data while speaking on the radio or telephone.

Operate a computer terminal with speed and accuracy.

Perform clerical duties such as filing and typing records and reports.

Maintain confidentiality and work with discretion.

Complete work independently with many interruptions.

Operate a computer terminal and computer using word processing, spreadsheet and other business software.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Work rotating shifts including a variety of holiday, evening and weekend hours.

May be required to work extended hours as requested or in emergency situations.

Maintain a safe working environment.

Education, Training, and

Experience:

Graduation from high school, G.E.D. equivalent, or higher.
One (1) year of experience in…