Natural Resources Dispatcher Supervisor - 20051061

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio is seeking a Natural Resources Dispatcher Supervisor to manage the statewide communications system within the Division of Law Enforcement. This role involves supervising dispatch operations, training staff, and ensuring effective communication during emergencies. Competitive salary and various benefits provided.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off, including vacation and holidays

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• 24 months of training or experience in operation of LEADS terminal in a public safety environment.
• 12 months of training or experience in 2-way radio communications.
• 12 months of training or experience in supervisory principles and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supervise statewide radio communications and dispatch operations.
• Develop and maintain training for Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD).
• Train new Dispatchers and coordinate ongoing education.

Skills

Communications

Dispatch

Law Enforcement

Management

Decision Making

Job description

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Job Description - Natural Resources Dispatcher Supervisor - 20051061 (250004ON)

Job Description

Natural Resources Dispatcher Supervisor - 20051061 ( 250004ON )

Organization

Organization

: Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information : Theresa Ellis, [e-mail] or 614-265-6332

Unposting Date

Unposting Date

: Jul 1, 2025, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Work Location

: OH Dept of Naturl Resc Complex 2045 Morse Rd Building D Columbus 43224

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $30.96/hr

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill

: Dispatch

Technical Skills : Communications, Dispatch, Law Enforcement, Management

Professional Skills : Decision Making

Agency Overview

Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Dispatcher Supervisor within the Division of Law Enforcement, headquartered at Fountain Square, assigned to Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. To learn more about the Division of Law Enforcement please visit Division of Law Enforcement .

What you will do…

• Supervise single shift operation of statewide Ohio Department of Natural Resources radio communications program & Dispatchers
• Develop, plan & conduct Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) training schedule & maintain daily operations of radio communications center
• Operate statewide CAD console with statewide 800 MHz radio system & data network
• Facilitate law enforcement & administrative communication
• Serve as point of contact in emergency situations (e.g., monitor Law Enforcement Automated Data Service [LEADS] for incoming information, make contact with appropriate personnel, transmit emergency determinations, receive & transmit all messages)
• Train new Dispatchers ; provide and coordinate continuing education for current Dispatchers
  Plan and maintain work schedules, ensuring 24/7 coverage of emergency operations
• Starting hourly pay of $30.96/hour with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $44.11hr.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

24 mos. trg or 24 mos. exp in operation of LEADS terminal in a public safety environment (e.g., law enforcement, fire services, medical services) AND 12 mos. trg or 12 mos. exp in 2-way radio & teletype communications terminal in a public safety environment (e.g., law enforcement, fire services, medical services) AND 12 mos. trg or 12 mos. exp in supervisory principles & techniques, - Or 24 mos. trg or 24 mos. exp as Natural Resources Dispatcher 2, 52522 AND 12 mos. trg or 12 mos. exp in supervisory principles & techniques,

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills:

Technical Skills: Law Enforcement, Management, Communications, Dispatch
Professional Skills: Decision Making

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:
Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline (attach in the Additional Attachments section of the application submission [Step 6]). Should you have issues attaching, please email to: [e-mail]. “See resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [e-mail].

Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES:
Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a six month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.

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ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.