Park Safety Dispatcher & Operations Coordinator

Jackson County, Missouri; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County, Missouri's Parks + Rec department is seeking a dispatcher/receptionist for the Park Safety and Enforcement Division. You will monitor radio traffic and dispatch Park Rangers and other emergency personnel to incidents while handling information center duties for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities include budget tracking, ordering, reporting, and processing vendor payments; you will also assist the public with referrals and safety resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of related work experience.
• Pass clerical exam and type at least 30 WPM.
• Hold a valid Missouri driver's license.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform dispatcher duties for Park Safety and Enforcement; monitor radio traffic and dispatch personnel.
• Receptionist and information center duties for park staff and the public.
• Assist with budgeting, purchasing, reporting, and vendor payments.

Skills

Clerical experience

Typing 30 WPM

Driver's license (Missouri)

Background check / drug screen

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jackson County, Missouri's Parks + Rec department is seeking a dispatcher/receptionist for the Park Safety and Enforcement Division. You will monitor radio traffic and dispatch Park Rangers and other emergency personnel to incidents while handling information center duties for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities include budget tracking, ordering, reporting, and processing vendor payments; you will also assist the public with referrals and safety resources.