Dispatcher, City of Forest Acres
Monitors telephones and radio in the dispatch center, answers all incoming calls and ascertains nature of call, gathers all necessary information to transmit or relay.
Dispatches police and broadcasts nature, location and time of incident. Contacts all required personnel in the event of an emergency situation. Ensures the presence of reserve units by contacting personnel designated for call-back; relays information as required.
Accesses NCIC computer for inquiries into relevant information. Enters appropriate information from incident reports, including stolen property, missing persons, etc.
High School Diploma.
Ability to work independently (only one dispatcher is working at a time) for 12 hour shifts.
Working knowledge of computers, office practices and procedures and of the operations of a municipal police department.
Please visit the City's website at https://www.forestacres.net/employment for more details and to apply.