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Dispatcher I:
A Dispatcher I utilize the telephone, radio and computer systems to receive calls for service in the emergency services dispatch center; dispatches appropriate emergency service providers including police officers, and fire personnel and equipment. Performs administrative and clerical duties, including typing, filing, and computer data entry.
This position requires a person capable of rapidly addressing multiple tasks in order of priority. The Dispatcher Is required to interact with departmental employees, communications employees and supervisors from other agencies, and the general public. Because of the vast amount and sensitivity of information that is maintained in various computer systems, the dispatcher must acquire knowledge of laws, rules, and court decisions relating to criminal/victim rights, civil rights, criminal justice and law enforcement procedures; knowledge of methods of crime detection, radio communications and communications systems; knowledge of laws and ordinances; thorough geography of the town and Matanuska Susitna Borough; be resourceful and exercise sound judgment in emergencies; demonstrate integrity; writing skills and tact; and master a high level of skills in oral communications. The Dispatcher must have the ability to testify clearly and accurately in court; have resourcefulness and sound judgment in emergencies; the Dispatcher must be characterized by personal and professional integrity.
Dispatcher II:
The employee occupying this position is expected to maintain control of actions performed by less senior dispatchers when training or when acting as senior dispatcher on shift. Employee will utilize telephone, radio and computer systems to receive calls for service in the emergency services dispatch center, and dispatch appropriate emergency service providers. Employee must perform administrative and clerical duties, including but not limited to: typing, filing, and data entry.
The Dispatcher II is expected to organize, coordinate, and assist in the day to day functions of the dispatch center. Employee must perform administrative and clerical duties and use a variety of office equipment. The Dispatcher II must use independent judgment, frequently in emergency situations. Employee must be able to work well under pressure, stay focused and rapidly assess and address multiple priorities. Employee must possess a high degree of initiative and responsibility to make rapid decisions that can affect lives and property. Decisions are made independently based on written operating procedures, and often without the benefit of supervision. Must be familiar with the region’s services and agencies to properly refer or coordinate calls for service.
Dispatcher I:
Dispatcher II:
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY PERSON(S) ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL IN THIS POSITION. ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Dispatcher I:
Dispatcher II:
Full Time
Public Administration
$45k-60k (estimate)
04/13/2024
06/12/2024
ci.palmer.tx.us
PALMER, TX
<25
1883
LANCE ANGLIN
<$5M
Public Administration
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