Public Safety Dispatcher – Emergency Communications Pro

County of San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Luis Obispo Sheriff's Office seeks self-motivated Dispatchers to monitor, receive, and dispatch routine and emergency radio communications to patrol units and partner agencies. You will operate CLETS, record details, prepare reports, and provide information to the public.

Ideal candidates have strong multitasking abilities and clear oral/written communication. Minimum qualifications include typing 45 wpm, a HS diploma or GED, and related experience with radio/telecommunication

Qualifications

• Typing at least 45 net wpm.
• Graduation from high school or GED; combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience receiving information while performing data entry is desirable.
• One year of relevant work experience using radio/telephonic/automatic communication equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, receive, and dispatch routine and emergency radio communications to and from Sheriff's patrol units and other agencies.
• Operate a CLETS computer terminal to obtain or verify information and maintain required logs.
• Prepare reports and provide information to the public; determine unit availability and location for dispatch.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

GED or HS diploma

Radio/equipment experience

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CLETS terminal

Radio/telephonic equipment

Job description

County of San Luis Obispo Sheriff's Office seeks self-motivated Dispatchers to monitor, receive, and dispatch routine and emergency radio communications to patrol units and partner agencies. You will operate CLETS, record details, prepare reports, and provide information to the public.

Ideal candidates have strong multitasking abilities and clear oral/written communication. Minimum qualifications include typing 45 wpm, a HS diploma or GED, and related experience with radio/telecommunication