Lateral Dispatcher (Open Until Filled)

Tulalip Tribes; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lateral Dispatcher to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will provide essential dispatch services to the community, ensuring that emergency and non-emergency calls are handled efficiently and effectively. Your responsibilities will include logging calls, dispatching field units, and utilizing confidential police systems to access important information. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public safety while working in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about serving your community and have the skills to thrive in a fast-paced setting, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• One year of computer experience using Microsoft Office programs.
• Six months of experience in Police/Emergency Dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Provide dispatch services to the Tulalip Community.
• Answer and respond to emergency or non-emergency calls.

Skills

Typing

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Tulalip Tribes

The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring shall apply to Tulalip Tribal job opportunities according to our Preference Code.

DEPARTMENT: Tulalip Police

JOB SUMMARY: The Lateral Dispatcher will provide dispatch services to the Tulalip Community. Ensure that calls for service received by the Tulalip Police Department are handled appropriately and in a timely manner. Their main duties include answering and responding to any emergency or non-emergency calls and providing assistance or important information. Will log each call, dispatching field units on routes, prioritize and organize calls for service. Utilizes confidential police computer systems to access and read warrants, court documents, and police files for officers. Files reports, gathers data, and operates two-way radio communication, phones, and cellular devices.

COMPENSATION: $30.23- $45.34

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

MINIMUM RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of computer experience utilizing Microsoft Office programs.
• One (1) year of experience working in an office environment, operating multi-line telephones and office equipment.
• Six (6) months of experience working in Police/Emergency Dispatch.

SKILLS TESTING:

• Typing- 35 WPM
• Multi-tasking

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:

• CPR/First Aide Certificate *Will allow six (6) months to obtain.
• ACCESS Level Two Certification *Will allow six (6) months to obtain.
• Must not be convicted of a felony or any violent crime.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
• Must pass a Tulalip Police Department background investigation that includes but is not limited to; completing a Personal History Packet, credit check, and passing a polygraph.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a regular Full-Time position.