Police Dispatcher

Wallingford, Town of • Wallingford, CT

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About The Position

At Police Headquarters, the Police Dispatcher initiates, transmits, receives, or relays messages to patrol cars or other destinations as required. The position also performs general clerical work, including typing, filing, preparing forms, making arithmetic computations, and operating office machines and a teletype machine. Other related work is performed as required.

Requirements

• Ability to speak English well and communicate clearly.
• Ability to follow written and oral orders.
• Ability to type, file, keep good records, make arithmetic computations, and perform other general work.
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with others.
• Character references must be compatible with Police Department functions.
• High school or business school training with courses in typing and two years of employment in responsible office work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training totaling six years.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, transmit, receive, or relay messages to patrol cars or other destinations.
• Perform general clerical work, including typing, filing, and preparing forms.
• Make arithmetic computations and operate office machines and a teletype machine.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED