What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Town of Davie, FL?
Description
- Performs responsible technical and clerical work on an assigned shift dispatching emergency services personnel and equipment often in response to emergency situations; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.
- The ability to operate separate computer consisting of police records, give information to the officer responding to a complaint, keep complete logs on various arrests, teletype entries and cancellations.
- The ability to operate a computer terminal connected to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the National Crime Information Center; process requests from officers regarding driver's license checks, vehicle registration checks, criminal histories, various stolen and recovered items, warrant checks and broadcasts.
- The ability to operate a radio system to receive and transmit messages, dispatches emergency requests received through telephones, handle requests for service by telephone, and answering all non-emergency police lines.
Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)
- Graduation from an accredited High School or GED equivalency.
- Must possess a valid Class "E" Florida driver's license.
- Must be able to work shift work.
- Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and applicable statutes.
- Must become certified by FCIC/NCIC as a Telecommunications Operator within six months of assignment.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Special Requirements
Applicants Must Have the Ability To:
- Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
- Remain calm during critical incidents.
- Handle several different tasks at one time; multi-functional.
- Operate necessary equipment, including personal computer, copier, facsimile machine, and other standard office equipment.
Applicants Must NOT Have:
- Failed a Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year;
- Felony convictions;
- Steroid usage within five (5) years of the date of this application;
- Visible tattoos above the collarbone on the neck, face, head, scalp or on the hands;
- Not have used any illegal controlled substances within three (3) years of the date of this application with the exception of marijuana. All applicants must not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application.
- Used any tobacco products within six (6) months of the date of this application.
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:
- Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
- Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
- Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
- Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
- Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS
- EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
- Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
- Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
- E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
- Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference.
