Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Largo Police Department Emergency Communications Dispatchers serve the department and the citizens of Largo during non-emergency/emergency calls for service and many times interact with people who are in crisis. Successful public safety Emergency Communications Dispatchers are characterized by their professionalism and sense of duty to the public. An Emergency Communications Dispatcher must be very adept at multitasking in a constantly changing environment.

Dispatchers will participate in classroom instruction, complete on the job training in addition to successfully passing various written/practical testing requirements with the goal of obtaining a state certification to work as a Public Safety Telecommunicator within the state of Florida.

Work Assignment: As a requirement of the position, employees should be prepared to work any/all shift assignments. Shift assignments include work on days, evenings, nights, including weekends and holidays, and may require overtime. A 7% shift differential is applied for night shift.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Previous public safety dispatching experience (police, fire, EMS) and some college coursework is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Pass a strict and comprehensive background investigation
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain required certifications including but not limited to; Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Full Access Certification and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Level 2 – CJIS Security Awareness Certification.
• Must be able to successfully complete training course and pass the State of Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification Examination within 12 months of hire
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire

Additional Benefits:

• General benefits package with flexible spending accounts, leave time, etc.
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match
• Benefits also include 12 paid holidays and 24 hour full access to City fitness center. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• May receive up to $1,000 in relocation assistance for candidates outside Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, or Manatee counties.