911 Dispatcher: Calm, Quick-Response Communicator

Putnam County Sheriff's Office; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 37,243 - 45,519; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Health, dental, and vision insurance

College tuition assistance

Florida State Retirement

Job summary

A local law enforcement agency is seeking a Communications Officer to handle emergency dispatching. Responsibilities include answering and dispatching calls for service and operating communication equipment. Candidates must be at least 18, possess a valid driver's license, and undergo a computerized skills test. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $41,381.68, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Must not meet any disqualifiers indicated on the employment application.
• Must become State Certified within 12 months of hire.
• Must pass a computerized skills test with a minimum score of 70%.

Responsibilities

• Answer, prioritize, and dispatch emergency and routine calls.
• Operate a two-way radio and dispatch system.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Emergency response

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-aided dispatch system

Two-way radio

Job description

A local law enforcement agency is seeking a Communications Officer to handle emergency dispatching. Responsibilities include answering and dispatching calls for service and operating communication equipment. Candidates must be at least 18, possess a valid driver's license, and undergo a computerized skills test. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $41,381.68, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.