Dispatcher/ Clerk SIMR - Part Time

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of St. Joseph is seeking a part-time Dispatcher/Clerk for the Public Works & Transportation department. This role includes operating a two-way radio, answering calls, and maintaining various records. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills and a high school diploma, ensuring effective operations within the city services.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or equivalent (must obtain within 6 months)
• 1-3 years’ experience preferred
• Ability to follow instructions with minimum supervision

Responsibilities

• Operates City radio and maintains records and logs
• Answers incoming calls from the public and other City departments
• Monitors surveillance cameras and serves as security for City yards

Skills

Typing

Effective verbal communications

Record keeping

Knowledge of city emergency procedures

Knowledge of city geography and street locations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management software

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Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $15.00/hr

Identification:

POSITION TITLE: Dispatcher/Clerk | SIMR (Part Time)

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Works & Transportation | SIMR

SALARY: $15.45/Hourly, $32,153.00/Annually

CLOSING: Open Until Filled

Job Summary/ Scope:

Operates City radio and maintains various records and logs, answers telephone calls after hours and on weekends. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities. This position is for one night per week (primarily Tuesday 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.) however this position would also cover other gaps in shifts vacation, sick, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answers incoming calls from the general public and other City departments
• Operates two-way radio to disseminate information and maintain contact with operating crews.
• Log daily activities and manages/maintains the fuel usage database, including monthly fuel reports for all Departments.
• Reports and logs after hours overtime for certain on-call personnel.
• Manges fuel access keys for all employees utilizing the fuel system.
• Keeps record of water usage for Public Works and send the report to Missouri American Water.
• Assists with keeping the Public Works employee contact list updated.
• Input after-hours sewer backup reports into the sewer back up database.
• Maintains logs of all street closures and sends email notifications.
• Keeps record of the CSS1H-M levels in the storage tank for the slurry crew.
• Monitors surveillance cameras and serves as security person for City yards, including evening building checks.
• Handles after hour street maintenance, animal control and sewer maintenance calls.
• Enters information into computer and prints reports.
• Monitors weather gauges and report weather conditions.
• Dispatches employees for one-call locates and other after-hour issues.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Skills in typing, computers, filing, and record keeping.
• Skills in effective verbal communications.
• Knowledge of city emergency procedures
• Visual acuity and hearing ability.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn city emergency procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of city geography and street locations.
• Skills in Microsoft Office and knowledge of asset management software preferred.
  
  
  

Employee Behavior and Conduct:

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Materials and Equipment Directly Used:

Operates a two-way radio, telephones, and a PC. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Work performed inside in an office environment. Occasional outside surveillance. Able to sit for long periods. Must be alert. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months. One to three years’ experience preferred.

Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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