EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCHER (LATERAL)

Public Safety Answering Point Operator

Receives and dispatches routine and emergency radio and telephone communications. Dispatches law enforcement, emergency medical, and other public safety personnel and equipment. Maintains field communications during incidents.

Note : Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the following tests :

• Typing (Required minimum typing speed of 45 WPM)
• Reading
• Comprehension / communications test
• Oral exam
• Polygraph
• Psychological exam
• Hearing examination
• Drug screen

Special Requirements : No felony convictions. The employee will be required to work flexible shifts that include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Education & Experience / Licensing & Training :

High school diploma or GED, and any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform essential functions of the position.

Licensing & Training :

Essential Functions / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Knowledge Of : Record keeping practices and procedures. Computer skills. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

Skill In : Operation of the listed tools / equipment. A minimum typing speed of 45 WPM.

Ability To : Effectively meet and deal with the public. Communicate orally effectively with customers, clients or the public using a telephone and / or in writing. Handle stressful situations. Act quickly in an emergency. Speak clearly. Read and record information accurately. Read and apply moderately difficult materials. Carry out oral and written instructions. Enter data or information into a terminal, PC or other keyboard device.

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit for extended periods of time. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must have the agility to occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. The employee must meet specific hearing abilities including the ability to hold conversation with others by telephone, in person, and over radio equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus; ability to read printed materials and computer screens. Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.