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Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office

911 Emergency Dispatcher

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A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.

$51,434 / year median in Idaho

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office is testing to establish an Eligibility List for Dispatcher positions: Dispatchers, under the supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor or Administrative Lieutenant, participate in transmitting emergency voice radio messages, telephone, teletype and automatic alarm communications. Responsible for dispatching required equipment and personnel in accordance with standard policies and procedures; maintaining records; and related work as required.
Duties include:
Receive incoming service requests by telephone on 911 emergency and business lines; obtain information on the nature of the request. Dispatch personnel and equipment according to standard operational procedures, instructions from a supervisor or by individual judgment as required. Take reports and relays information by radio or telephone; maintains a CAD log of radio calls received and transmitted. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other agency employees and the public using principles of good customer service. For a complete description of duties and responsibilities go to www.co.nezperce.id.us/Sheriff. Starting wage is $23.21/hr, with excellent benefits .
Minimum qualifications:
High school graduate/equivalent; 21 years of age; skilled in clerical work and ability to keyboard at least 45 wpm, computer literate, experience with radio transmitters and teletype desirable, ability to work all shifts; and pass a stringent criminal background check, polygraph and psych exam. POST Certification will be required within one year of employment. Pick up or request an application at
Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office, ATTN:
Executive Coordinator, 1150 Wall St., Lewiston ID 83501 or print an application at www.co.nezperce.id.us. EOE & Accords Veterans Preference. Application session open until an eligibility list has been established. A Sheriff's Office application is required. The application can be located at: www.co.nezperce.id.us/
Elected-Officials/Sheriff/Sheriff-Office-Employment Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $23.21 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person