Dispatcher

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Chief of Security, the Security Dispatcher protects the assets of the Tribe by dispatching Security Officers on the Rancheria and other tribal lands to handle incidents and criminal activities, to enforce tribal ordinances and other complaints that are received. The incumbent will maintain a dispatch log of all incoming calls and will make log entries for status/security checks of Security Officers while they are patrolling and investigating incidents/complaints for the security and welfare of Rancheria, tribal offices and tribal lands.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Dispatch Security Officers by radio and telephone to calls of suspicious activities, disturbances, trespassers, tribal code violations and criminal activities.
2. Prepare activity logs, incident crime reports and other reports, as required, in a complete factual and legible manner.
3. Prepare daily, weekly, monthly and annual statistical reports for filing with the Tribal Council.
4. Testifies in court, as needed or other hearings as a witness for the Tribal government in criminal matters.
5. Attend department squad meetings and training courses as scheduled.
6. Maintains a working relationship with the Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Department and other local, state and federal agencies.
7. Maintain confidentiality as prescribed by local, state, federal and tribal policies, procedures, laws or statutes.
8. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or G.E.D. related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
2. Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
3. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
4. Ability to speak effectively before groups of individuals or employees of the organization.
5. Ability to type 35 wpm and be proficient in the use of computer word processing programs.
6. Good Math Skills, ability to add, multiply and divide.
7. Must be able to prove eligibility to work in the U.S.
8. Must possess a valid California driver's license and comply with the requirements of the Tribe’s driving policy and insurance requirements.

The applicant seeking a position with Tribal Security must not have been found guilty of or entered a plea of nolo contendere or its equivalent to, any felonious offense, or any of certain misdemeanor offenses under Federal, state or tribal law involving crimes of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, or prostitution, or crimes against persons, or offenses committed against children or any crimes of moral turpitude.

Uphold Tribal Vision Statement:

The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians is a Sovereign Nation that is dedicated to upholding the Social and Economic Stability through Self-Reliance and to promote the Health, Safety and Welfare of our Indian People.

Physical Requirements:

This position is deemed a level 1 and requires walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching; pushing, pulling and lifting up to 20 pounds; raising objects overhead; manual dexterity for operation of computer, phones and small office machines; hearing, talking, and good verbal and written communication skills; repetitive motions of the wrists, hands and fingers.

Indian Preference:

Preference in filling vacancies shall be given first to qualified Tuolumne Me-Wuk Community Council Members and then to enrolled Native Americans of any federally recognized tribe. Documentation for claiming preference must be provided with the application for consideration. Other than the above, the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Tribe is an equal opportunity employer.

Pre-employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent on pre-employment background and drug test results.

Salary : $21 - $26