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This is specialized work in receiving and dispatching police emergencies for the City of Meadville Police Department. This position requires the successful candidate to receive and dispatch officers to emergencies and routine calls for service. The position also includes tracking the status of field units and providing any additional assistance for those units in addition to recording pertinent data and entering that data into computers. Prompt and proper decisions are required, which may have a major impact of the safety of both emergency response agency personnel and the public.
Work will also involve typing and processing various types of information into computer systems. Assignments are routine in nature and are carried out under specific operating procedures but with certain independence.
The successful candidate must be available to work a rotating 12hr schedule. The successful candidate will know their schedule a year ahead of time.
Prerequisites:
* High school graduate or equivalent
* 18 years of age
* Be able to pass PSP/FBI background investigation
Desired Traits:
* Background with emergency response(s)
* Basic computer skills
* Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
* Knowledge of county geography, landmarks and addressing
* Skills and abilities to operate radio consoles, telephone equipment and other communication center and office equipment
* Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
CHARACTERISTIC WORK ASSIGNMENTS:
* Receive requests for emergency services and obtain all information to ensure the correct service is dispatched to proper location.
* Transmit messages by radio and telephone to officers in the field.
If interested in applying for this position, please fill out the attached application and return it to the: Meadville City Police Department
894 Diamond Park
Meadville, Pennsylvania 16335
Questions can be directed to Chief Stefanucci via email mstef@police.cityofmeadville.org or by calling 814-333-3304
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$45k-54k (estimate)
05/11/2024
05/17/2024
cityofmeadville.org
Meadville, PA
25 - 50
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