What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Grant County?
Grant County, an Equal Opportunity Employer, located in Elbow Lake is currently accepting applications for full-time Dispatcher/Records Clerk. Required qualifications include a high school diploma. Knowledge of fundamentals and operations of communication/dispatch systems, but not required. Training will be provided by the Sheriff’s Office. The position, under the direction of the Dispatch/Records Supervisor, is responsible for monitoring receiving and transmitting radio traffic for all Grant County law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel. Knowledge of computer operation and the use of business productivity software or applications/software designed for law enforcement use, information storage, communication and/or retrieval preferred. The Dispatcher/Records Clerk receives, monitors and handles all 911, alarms, non-emergency, fire and ambulance calls and transfers throughout the county; documents and records all calls into department records; and assists department personnel in typing interviews, investigation and complaint reports of law enforcement personnel. Basic understanding of department procedures as it applies to dispatch and recordkeeping activities desired.
The Dispatcher/Records Clerk is a non-exempt, union position. Salary range for this position is $24.08-$33.35. Beginning pay will depend on training and experience. Health insurance is offered with an employer contribution of up to $1600/month. Grant County offers 12 paid holidays, with excellent vacation and sick accruals. An application may be obtained from the Grant County website, http://www.co.grant.mn.us/ or contacting Human Resources at 218-685-8323, to request an application. Applications must be submitted by mail, email or dropped off at the Grant County Courthouse drop box. This position is opened until Friday, March 21st or until filled.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.08 - $33.35 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $33
