What are the responsibilities and job description for the CIVILIAN DISPATCHER position at Black Hawk County (IA)?
JOB
Under general supervision; operates a variety of communication equipment in the dissemination of information to law enforcement/emergency medical personnel; performs related work as required.If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, you will be required to complete an online dispatcher test. You will be contacted via the email address listed on your application with the link to complete the online dispatcher test.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified location in order to perform assigned tasks.Operates communication equipment (PBX system, radio and telephone console) to receive and dispatch emergency information and/or emergency medical personnel.Types various forms and reports.Maintains log of telephone and radio calls received/transmitted.Maintain knowledge of standard sheriff's office practices and procedures.Other duties as assignedSupervision is received from Director of the Consolidated Communications Center, or other designated supervisor.No functional and administrative supervision is exercised over support staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The work environment and the physical demand characteristics 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. Refer to the "Essential and Marginal Function Analysis" statement for a complete description of essential functions and functional requirements.Work is performed indoors in an office setting.Position requires frequent use of fingers, hands, vision.Position requires frequent communication with other county employees and the general public.
Under general supervision; operates a variety of communication equipment in the dissemination of information to law enforcement/emergency medical personnel; performs related work as required.If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, you will be required to complete an online dispatcher test. You will be contacted via the email address listed on your application with the link to complete the online dispatcher test.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Must be capable of regular and predictable attendance at a specified location in order to perform assigned tasks.Operates communication equipment (PBX system, radio and telephone console) to receive and dispatch emergency information and/or emergency medical personnel.Types various forms and reports.Maintains log of telephone and radio calls received/transmitted.Maintain knowledge of standard sheriff's office practices and procedures.Other duties as assignedSupervision is received from Director of the Consolidated Communications Center, or other designated supervisor.No functional and administrative supervision is exercised over support staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The work environment and the physical demand characteristics 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. Refer to the "Essential and Marginal Function Analysis" statement for a complete description of essential functions and functional requirements.Work is performed indoors in an office setting.Position requires frequent use of fingers, hands, vision.Position requires frequent communication with other county employees and the general public.
