Emergency Dispatcher is responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Transmits and receives coded and conventional messages. Being an Emergency Dispatcher differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Communicates details of situation and location. Additionally, Emergency Dispatcher enters unit response details into a database. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Dispatcher works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be an Emergency Dispatcher typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
OSAGE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Communications Officer Reports to: Communications Corporal
Objective
Support the protection of life and property in the community through emergency call-taking and support services.
Supervision-Responsibility for work of others
No responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
General Description
Under the general supervision of a Communications Corporal, receives emergency and administrative telephone calls for service, creates call for service based upon necessary emergency response, and works closely with other Communications Officers to provide necessary support for police, fire, medical, and other related services. Actual duties and workload vary according to assigned shift. Personal conduct (on-duty as well as off-duty) must be such that it does not bring disrepute or unnecessarily endanger the public’s trust or confidence in the agency or its members.
Important and Essential Duties
The duties listed are typical examples of the work, they are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title. _ Osage County Sheriff’s Office retains the right to modify or change the essential and additional functions of the job at any time._
Other/Marginal Duties
Job Qualifications/Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Special Requirements
Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to, psychological examination and thorough background investigation.
General Requirements
Must be 18 years of age at the time of hire
US Citizen
No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
Education/Experience
High School Diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
License or Certification
Ability to secure and maintain required certifications for emergency medical dispatching (EMD) to include bi-annual cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training. Enter continuing education hours into necessary computer systems. Secure and maintain bi-annual security awareness and NCIC full access certifications.
Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Some assignments may require additional skills and abilities not listed here.
Computer/Automation
Physical/Physiological
Work Conditions/Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Environmental Factors
Physical Demands of Essential Job Functions
A maximum occasional lift of 5lbs from Floor-Waist, Sit, stand and bilateral hand coordination continuous. Walk and forward reach are occasional. PDC Level: Sedentary
Machines, Tools and Equipment
Hedset, keyboard, mouse, radio, computer monitors, phones, and other office tools and machines.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.31 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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