Police-FT 911 Dispatcher
The City of Watertown•Watertown, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Watertown Police Department is accepting applications for a Full-Time 911 Dispatcher - Telecommunicator position and establish an eligibility list. The ideal applicant will have a genuine desire to interact with citizens and cooperatively identify and solve problems in an effort to reduce crime and disorder in the community.
Requirements
- Be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends
- U. S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license
- High School graduate or HSED equivalent
- Ability to keyboard/type at a high competency level
- Possess or have the ability to obtain certification in emergency dispatch techniques as approved by the state
- Make accurate decisions quickly
- Learn and apply public safety regulations
- Have knowledge of office practice and procedures
- Successfully complete each stage of the recruitment and hiring process
- Complete and submit the online application for full-time 911 Dispatcher
- Complete all parts of the application process
- Complete ApplicantPro online forms, answering all questions
- Submit copy of High School Diploma or equivalent and college transcripts (if applicable) via ApplicantPro, or email to [email protected]
- Oral Interview by group panel
- Submit signed Authorization for Release of Information
- Written exam/skills testing
- Interview with the Chief of Police
- Personal History Statement completed and signed
- Background Investigation
- Conditional Offer of Employment
- Medical, Psychological and Drug Testing
Nice To Haves
- Associate's Degree or higher level preferred
- Prior Dispatch Experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate sending-receiving radio console
- Speak clearly and concisely and without panic
- Deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
- Remain in control in emergency situations
- Work independently
- Multi-task
- Complete arithmetic computations
- Carry out orders with precision and speed
- Complete dispatch field training program after hire
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Wisconsin Retirement System participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
