POLICE DISPATCHER - 48008347

Police Dispatcher - 48008347

FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind / visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.

The incumbent of this position provides support for the Campus Police Department and the Law Enforcement Officers.

• Answers incoming emergency / nonemergency phone calls and monitors / responds to all incoming emergency / nonemergency text messages received in the Communications Center. Obtains critical information from callers requesting police assistance and keeps all callers calm as they handle any given situation. Communicates to police officers precise and accurate information they receive from callers. Operates and monitors multiple security surveillance cameras across campus and at designated access control locations.
• Communicates via two-way radio with police officers dispatching them to various emergency / nonemergency calls for service. Maintains the location and status of police officers at all times in the Computer Assisted Dispatch (CAD) system. Maintains communications with other agencies when emergencies require public safety assistance from outside agencies. Operates a computer workstation that provides access to various school information and databases. Operates a fire alarm computer workstation monitoring various urgent / nonurgent alarms to ensure student and staff safety from fire emergencies.
• Operates the NCIC / FCIC computer workstation. Monitors severe weather alerts through the National Weather Service and the NOAA weather radio. Submits work orders to Customer Service Center. Activates various emergency mass notification systems for critical incidents. Notifies key administrators during campus emergencies.
• Assists parents / visitors arriving at the Communications Center and at gate intercom boxes. Issues visitor IDs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualifications

Condition of Employment

Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level. FSDB is a drug-free workplace.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to obtain an Intermediate proficiency level in American Sign Language within four years of hire. Please note : The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range : 12-month position, $40,976.00 - $48,476.00 annually. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education. Position is eligible for an additional $1.00 per hour due to majority of shift being between 5 : 00pm 6 : 00am. Pay additive is dependent on agency funding.

Associate degree addl $1500.00

Bachelor's degree addl $3000.00

Master's degree addl $4500.00

Additional Related and verified Full-time Experience (20-year max) addl $150.00 per year

Hours : Thursday - Monday 10 : 00pm-6 : 00am

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes)

Values

Integrity & Respect The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility.

Safety & Security The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders.

Innovation The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth.

Trust The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions.

Our benefits include :

How You Will Grow

FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members.

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