PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I (Multiple Agencies)

Mobile County Personnel Board; Alabama; On-site; USD 27,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Mobile, Alabama is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher I. This role involves the operation of police and fire communications systems with responsibilities including training for certification and managing emergency communications. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and be proficient in typing, with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Experience with two-way radios and computer/telephone equipment preferred.
• Must possess typing proficiency certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate police and fire communications systems.
• Maintain certifications in telecommunications courses within a year.
• Manage communications during emergency situations.

Skills

Proficiency in typing

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This is specialized work in the operation of a police and fire communications system.

Jurisdictions	Yearly Rate
Mobile County	$40,458 - $64,678*
City of Mobile	$40,528 - $64,790**
City of Prichard	$27,276 - $42,312
City of Citronelle	$30,012 - $47,978*
City of Bayou La Batre	$30,565 - $48,863

*Amended 12/12/24
**Effective 10/05/24

To prepare for the required Public Safety Dispatcher I online test, applicants should download, save, and/or print the Public Safety Dispatcher I Online Test Study Materialnow.

Applicants must pass an examination in order to qualify for this position. Details regarding the examination will be emailed to candidates who meet the requirements set out below.Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and preferably one year's experience in the operation of a two-way radio, computer and/or telephone equipment; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirement
Must possess a current Certification of Proficiency from the Mobile County Personnel Board certifying the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute. Employees of the City of Mobile must, within one year of employment, successfully complete and be certified in the employing department's adopted telecommunications courses as follows: Police - APCO (Association of Public Communication Officers) and ACJIS (Alabama Criminal Justice Information System); Fire - APCO (Association of Public Communications Officers) and EMPDS (Emergency Medical Priority Dispatch System). Employees must maintain certifications of employing department.For details, please seeClass Specifications | Public Safety Dispatcher I | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com)All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, “email” should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL.
Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director
The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.