Dispatcher

Job Opening Detail

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor, the Dispatcher shall answer administrative and 9-1-1 lines; dispatch calls for service to multiple agencies; enter multiple articles into state and federal computer systems; refer calls to other departments; as necessary.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Answer incoming 9-1-1 and administrative lines professionally and in a timely manner.
• Process, document and determine appropriate response for emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Multi-task in a high call volume, high-stress environment.
• Understand computer aided dispatch (CAD), state and federal (MULES and NCIC), various mapping, radio and phone systems.
• Deal with difficult and uncooperative callers.
• Dispatch calls for service to multiple law enforcement and fire service agencies.
• Entry and validation of warrants, stolen articles and ex partes.
• Answer, respond and document radio traffic accordingly.

Qualifications And Skills

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• High level of organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.

Conditions Of Employment

• Successful candidate must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen.

Salary

• $19.26 / hour + Benefits

Status

• Full Time, 40 hours per week.
• Must be able to work all shifts in a 24/7 environment, including Holidays.

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• Taney County is a substance free, Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE).
• Contact Human Resources at (417)546-7237 for information.
• Applications can be obtained at the Human Resources Department or online at www.taneycounty.org.

Posting Duration

• Applications will be accepted until the position filled.