What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator (Dispatcher) position at Abacus Service Corporation?
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Sector
State of AZ
Contract Number
CTR060284
Contractor's Work Location
AZDHS
Position Title
Operator (Dispatcher)
Labor Category
Business Operations
Job Category
Client Operator (Dispatcher)
Number of Positions
Job Level
Submittal allowed per staffing agency
Priority
Submittals allowed for this Requisition
Assignment Type
Temporary
Driving Required?
Is a Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC) Required?
If Driving is Required, an MVR is required
N / A
Is this role located on-site, hybrid, or remote?
On-Site
Work Location Address
150 N. 18th Avenue Suite 500, Phoenix, AZ, 85007
Assignment Details
Target Start Date
03 / 03 / 2025
Target End Date
07 / 11 / 2025
Shift
1st Shift
Work Schedule
Standard
Tentative Shift Start Time
6 : 30 AM
Tentative Shift End Time
4 : 30 PM
Direct Pay Rate
1st Shift Pay Rate
18.43
Staffing Agency NTE (Not-to-Exceed) Bill Rate
Rate Unit
Hour
Estimated Regular Hours / Week
40.00
OT Expected
Travel Required
Estimated OT Hours / Week
8.00
Travel %
Travel Description(Domestic / International)
Security Clearance
None
Position Details
Drug Screen
Background Checks
Position Description
Displays the technical and professional expertise to operate hospital telecommunication equipment such as multi-line telephone sets (switchboards), computers, 2-way radios, cell phones, pagers, fax machines, and printers. Dispatcher / Operator will answer, respond to and transfer calls (including demanding emergency related requests from hospital staff only) from any caller in a manner that is accurate, timely and customer focused; displaying sound judgment in processing emergency related calls with a high priority. Accesses local or nationwide databases, maintain personnel equipment; performs general support activities to include documenting and maintaining various logbooks, call records, associated reference books, computer systems and any additional agency related clerical documentation. Speaks clearly and professionally, answers general questions about hospital services or hours. Also, works alongside with Campus Support & Safety Control staff, responsible for maintaining area access and security levels. Primary duties are of a sedentary nature answering telephones, radios or watching video monitors, input data into computer terminals and writing data in logs in a controlled indoor environment.
Skills Required
- Operation of hospital telecommunications equipment, including switchboard, cell phones, pagers, and 2-way radios -Typing and the operation of personal computers and basic office related equipment. Knowledge of : -Operating hospital communications equipment -Answering, responding to, and transferring patient / resident, public and employee calls -General hospital services -Sends pages / messages to notification lists in the event of a hospital related Code or emergency situation -Enters data and maintains accurate telecommunications-related 1databases, records, and logs, including the caller identification (CID) numbers used by employees or patients for long distance access -Has working knowledge of Campus Support & Safety Controls equipment and procedures -Performance Management (PM), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies. Ability to : -Evaluate situations and exercise competent judgment under sometimes in stressful situations, in transferring, patching or placing emergency, and routine phone calls -Speak in a clear and understandable voice and remain calm in receiving and dispatching calls -Communicate accurately, concisely and timely both verbally and in writing -Provide outstanding customer service by responding to patient / resident, public and staff concerns / requests in a courteous and respectful manner -Set up conference calls -Dispatch staff via 2-way radios as / if necessary -Maintain complete and accurate records and logs -Perform basic arithmetic calculations -Operate a variety of standard office equipment and telecommunications equipment requiring continuous or repetitive arm-hand movements -Enter data or information into a terminal, PC or other keyboard device -Collect and enter related data (such as Code Tracking) into spreadsheets and prepare written documents -Understand and follow simple oral and written instructions in the English language -Comprehend and make inferences from written material in the English language -Work cooperatively with co-workers, staff and the public to provide information or to respond to emergency calls -Deal calmly with difficult emergency situations or with upset customers -Maintain regular and reliable attendance -Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination
Skills Preferred
Experience Required
High School diploma or equivalent required, with 1 year work experience in customer service with multiple line telephones, computers and technology. A State hospital employee must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to A.R.S. 41-1758.07. FPCC (Yes-Client runs first day), Driving (Yes-Client runs first day), MVR Report (Yes-Client runs first day), On-site, (they do the fingerprints, BKG first day) Supplier only does 7 year. No drug test
Experience Preferred
Education Required
1 year as a operator or dispatcher. Preferably in a law enforcement / jail / prison / hospital setting.
Education Preferred
Additional Information
1 position available : Position #2 : Thurs / Fri 1130-2130, Sat / Sun 0630-1630 All Arizona State Hospital employees must be able to pass a standard background check conducted by staffing agency and must be able to obtain a valid AZDPS level 1 fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to A.R.S. 41-1758.07 completed with Dept on first day.
Candidate Evaluation Criteria
Requirement
Description
Min Requirement / Field of Study
Select EducationSkillsCertification
High School DiplomaAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree
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