PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER Position Available In Broward, Florida

PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER 3.7 3.7

out of 5 stars Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317 JOB This is a non-exempt position, which is telecommunications work in operating a radio system to dispatch and communicate with police and fire units in a Police/Fire Telecommunications Center. Work is performed under the direction of the Lead Dispatcher. Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties include the reception and transmission of information by telephone, radio and computer in a variety of related duties. Operates teletype machine to access National and Florida crime information centers pursuant to State standards. Receives and disseminates information by telephone and radio. Determines the nature and priority of calls, unit availability and the number of units necessary for initial response. Prepares reports and maintains records. This position does not have final procurement authority. Performs related work as required and as directed.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

It is a necessary requirement and policy that applicants pass all of the pre-employment tests. Please keep in mind that the testing process may take up to six (6) months. If you fail any part of our testing, your application will not be processed further. However, you are eligible to reapply with our city one (1) year from the date on which you failed part of your testing procedures, unless otherwise stated. This is a designated “Response” classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.