Dispatcher (Sherriff's Office)

Description

Under the supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor, the Dispatcher shall answer administrative and 9-1-1 lines; dispatch calls for service to multiple agencies; enter multiple articles into state and federal computer systems; refer calls to other departments; as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming 9-1-1 and administrative lines professionally and in a timely manner
• Process, document, and determine appropriate response for emergency and non-emergency calls
• Multi-task in a high call volume, high-stress environment
• Understand computer-aided dispatch (CAD), state and federal systems (MULES and NCIC), and various mapping, radio, and phone systems
• Deal with difficult and uncooperative callers
• Dispatch calls for service to multiple law enforcement and fire service agencies
• Enter and validate warrants, stolen articles, and ex partes
• Answer, respond, and document radio traffic accordingly
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• High School Diploma or GED; experience as a Dispatcher preferred
• High level of organizational, oral, and written communication skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
  
  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Successful candidate must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen.

SALARY: $19.26 per hour Benefits

STATUS: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and references to Brad.Hughes@taneycountymo.gov and Melinda.Burkhart@taneycountymo.gov

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Taney Countyis a substance free, Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE). Contact Human Resources at (417) 546-7237 for information. Applications can be obtained at the Human ResourcesDepartment or online at www.taneycounty.org

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