What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher (Casual) position at CALUMET COUNTY?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Answers incoming emergency and
non-emergency telephone calls using E-911 computerized equipment,
independently assesses need and urgency of the request and situation,
and responds according to established procedures. Serves as an
information resource to response units and the general public;
dispatches and documents assignment of units based on incident
requirements; maintains contact with department on-duty units while in
service and location and status of units known when out of service;
relays requests for information through data sources and returns
response to units; locates requested information through local, state
and federal data bases; serves as command control mechanisms for user
agencies; and acts as liaison between public officials, ancillary
services (i.e. utility companies, wrecker services, various other
agencies) and the general public. Operates varied and complex
computerized communication and emergency warning equipment. Operates
radio transmitters, voice message retrieval systems and enters, verifies
and removes information from local, state and federal data processing
systems, in accordance with required policies, procedures and
regulations. Maintains knowledge of current emergency communication
policies and procedures and state, national, and local dispatch codes.
Participates in job related training sessions and seminars as required;
and attends regular staff meetings. Prepares and maintains records,
reports and logs as required by local and state law and policy and
procedures. Maintains confidentiality of information. It is unlikely an
employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is
the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee
may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not
restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory
responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Good
knowledge of police, fire and emergency medical services, dispatch
methods and procedures. Some knowledge of Calumet County geography and
roadway system including state and county highways, town roads, and city
streets. Some knowledge of proper operation of communications and
emergency equipment available. Ability to recognize equipment
mal-function and report the same. Good knowledge of Federal
Communications Commission rules and regulations. Ability to operate
radio equipment including radio console and tape logger; and a variety
of office equipment. Ability to think and act quickly, accurately and
calmly in emergency situations. Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relations with other employees, County officials and
officers, and the general public. Ability to maintain security and
confidentiality according to department policy. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To apply,
complete required online application. Applications accepted until
position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST
CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475
following. Other duties may be assigned. Answers incoming emergency and
non-emergency telephone calls using E-911 computerized equipment,
independently assesses need and urgency of the request and situation,
and responds according to established procedures. Serves as an
information resource to response units and the general public;
dispatches and documents assignment of units based on incident
requirements; maintains contact with department on-duty units while in
service and location and status of units known when out of service;
relays requests for information through data sources and returns
response to units; locates requested information through local, state
and federal data bases; serves as command control mechanisms for user
agencies; and acts as liaison between public officials, ancillary
services (i.e. utility companies, wrecker services, various other
agencies) and the general public. Operates varied and complex
computerized communication and emergency warning equipment. Operates
radio transmitters, voice message retrieval systems and enters, verifies
and removes information from local, state and federal data processing
systems, in accordance with required policies, procedures and
regulations. Maintains knowledge of current emergency communication
policies and procedures and state, national, and local dispatch codes.
Participates in job related training sessions and seminars as required;
and attends regular staff meetings. Prepares and maintains records,
reports and logs as required by local and state law and policy and
procedures. Maintains confidentiality of information. It is unlikely an
employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is
the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee
may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not
restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory
responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Good
knowledge of police, fire and emergency medical services, dispatch
methods and procedures. Some knowledge of Calumet County geography and
roadway system including state and county highways, town roads, and city
streets. Some knowledge of proper operation of communications and
emergency equipment available. Ability to recognize equipment
mal-function and report the same. Good knowledge of Federal
Communications Commission rules and regulations. Ability to operate
radio equipment including radio console and tape logger; and a variety
of office equipment. Ability to think and act quickly, accurately and
calmly in emergency situations. Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relations with other employees, County officials and
officers, and the general public. Ability to maintain security and
confidentiality according to department policy. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To apply,
complete required online application. Applications accepted until
position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST
CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475