Public Safety Telecommunicator

General Description

The Public Safety Telecommunicator is responsible for receiving and dispatching incoming calls or in-person requests for police, fire, and rescue services. The Public Safety Telecommunicator primarily works in the Police Department Communications Center. The Communications Center is a 24-hour, seven (7) day a week, public safety communications facility.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successfully pass a Polygraph test, Criminal Background Check, Psychological Assessment and a Drug Screen.
• Successfully complete basic public safety, emergency medical and fire service dispatch courses during the first twelve (12) months of the probationary period.
• Ability to secure required CPR and LEADS certifications.
• Demonstrate good clerical skills and the ability to effectively use all equipment in the Communications Center within the first six (6) months of the probationary period.
• Make important decisions quickly and remaining calm in emergency situations.
• Ability to learn the proper use of departmental equipment including the 9ll System, CAD System, NCIC/LEADS Terminal, various telephone equipment, Police/Fire Department radio system, monitoring and security systems, computers and other equipment located in the Communications Center.
• Physically able work in an enclosed Communications Center with stringent requirements for breaks and time away from the workstation while on duty.
• Work in a law enforcement environment that entails viewing or describing events that may be unpleasant or distasteful.
• All other duties as assigned.

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