Environmental Protection Dispatcher — EnCon 24/7 Ops

State of Connecticut; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive state employee benefits

Professional growth and development opportunities

Support for healthy work/life balance

Job summary

The State of Connecticut is hiring two Environmental Protection Dispatchers for the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in Hartford. This role involves operating communication equipment and providing vital support in emergency situations. Ideal candidates should have experience in dispatching and be able to communicate clearly under pressure. The position demands flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays, with a commitment to public safety and environmental conservation.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in dispatching and operation of communication equipment.
• Experience interpreting and applying conservation enforcement laws.
• Ability to make independent decisions during emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Operates radio communication equipment and dispatches messages.
• Coordinates with various public safety agencies.
• Maintains logs of shift activity and prepares reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer keyboarding skills

Calm communication in emergencies

Prioritizing and analyzing problems

Tools

Computer Assisted Dispatch (CAD)

National Crime Information Center (NCIC)

Connecticut On-Line Law Enforcement Teleprocessing (COLLECT)

Job description

The State of Connecticut is hiring two Environmental Protection Dispatchers for the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in Hartford. This role involves operating communication equipment and providing vital support in emergency situations. Ideal candidates should have experience in dispatching and be able to communicate clearly under pressure. The position demands flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays, with a commitment to public safety and environmental conservation.