LAW ENFORCEMENT DISPATCHER (CLASS TITLE: DUTY OFFICER)
About The Position
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is hiring multiple civilian law enforcement dispatchers, classified as Duty Officers, for its Tallahassee Regional Communications Center in Leon County. Duty Officers support the agency’s conservation law enforcement mission by operating advanced communications systems and making critical independent decisions to support officers and protect the public, wildlife, and natural resources. The role involves dispatching officers to emergencies, conservation incidents, and citizen reports; tracking officer safety and location during high-risk operations; handling law enforcement communications and confidential information; and completing accurate typed documentation while coordinating multiple tasks in real time. Duty Officers also perform essential administrative communications work and maintain knowledge of applicable laws, procedures, and regulations. The position offers agency-sponsored training and state certification, career development opportunities, and shift differentials.
Requirements
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Availability for emergency call-ins.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Minimum typing speed of 35 correct words per minute.
- Ability to pass required background checks and pre-employment testing.
- Obtain CJIS certification within six months.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor radio, telephone, and statewide FCIC/NCIC systems.
- Dispatch officers to emergencies, conservation incidents, and citizen reports.
- Track officer safety and location during high-risk operations.
- Issue BOLOs and manage law enforcement communications.
- Evaluate and deliver criminal or confidential information.
- Maintain expert knowledge of laws, procedures, and regulations.
- Support the agency with administrative communication tasks.
- Produce swift, accurate typed documentation while coordinating numerous tasks in real time.
Benefits
- State health and life insurance.
- Dental, vision, and disability options.
- Annual and sick leave package.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Tuition waivers for college courses.
- Retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Agency-sponsored training and state certification.
- Shift differentials of 10% for evenings and 15% for overnights.
- Communications Training Officer incentive of 5% while training.
- Career development paths.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
