Communications Specialist II – Dispatcher I Position Available In Newberry, South Carolina

Communications Specialist II – Dispatcher I South Carolina Forestry Commission Newberry, SC 29108 Communications Specialist II – Dispatcher I To apply for this position, you MUST complete the official application. The link to the application can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/jobs/4967111/communications-specialist-ii-dispatcher-i Job Overview Under direct supervision, receives reports of smoke management, wildfires, law enforcement requests, storm damage and other emergency and non-emergency incidents. Appropriately dispatch fire suppression personnel through the use of a computer aided dispatch system, two-way radio, and telephone. Assumes Piedmont Region dispatch/call taking responsibilities. Duties Receives reports of fires, law enforcement needs, storm damage and other emergency incidents from the public, local fire departments, 911 systems, forestry pilots and other safety officers. Processes, records and disseminates this information. Operates computer aided dispatch system to dispatch personnel to fire locations. Maintains accurate records of all dispatched personnel and their locations. Uses computer aided dispatch system to take smoke management information to ensure burner is within smoke management guidelines. Processes and records this information. Provides two-way radio contact between firefighters, field personnel, and the Dispatch Center. Performs dispatch and other related duties on daily task lists as assigned in support of the agency’s mission and initiatives. Performs other duties in support of the Forestry Commission’s mission and strategic plan. Requirements A high school diploma and entry-level work experience with voice communication systems or switchboard exchange operations. Must be able to type 35 WPM and have basic computer proficiency. Completion of Introduction to the National Incident Management System (IS-700) within first year of employment. Pre-employment drug test and criminal background check required.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $34,383.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Rotating shift

Work Location:

In person