DISPATCH, EMERGENCY SERVICES SAFETY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from administration, schools, members of the public, bus drivers, and District employees concerning students, accidents, community complaints, requests for information, requests for dissemination of information to other schools, groups, parents, or employees. Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment to relay information or orders to proper District officials or first responders.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
One or more years of dispatch experience for a school district or a 911 center.
Receive and maintain a CCIC certification within 3 months of hire; Receives and maintains NIMS certifications within 3 months of hire.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates incoming information and operates in a calm and proficient manner under emergency and crisis situations, making critical decisions independently.
Receives emergency and non-emergency incoming telephone calls and dispatches applicable resources, including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, ensuring adherence to protocols.
Monitors and maintains multiple software programs that control security alarms, fire alarms, elevator alarms, imminent freeze alarms, supervisory alarms, AC power fail alarms, and water pump alarms.
Monitors and maintains cameras for all buildings.
Monitors all District Safe to Tell and Gaggle reports.
Provides after-hours assistance to transportation.