Police Emergency Communications Telecommunicator

DispatcherStarting Pay is $17.79 per hour. The purpose of this class within the organization is to dispatch police, fire and rescue personnel in response to emergency and non-emergency situations. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.Answers and evaluates emergency situations and develops working solutions in a timely manner. Dispatches calls for service to appropriate personnel in the field via radio for emergency and non-emergency calls. Sends and receives information via computer terminals. Determines priority of calls and dispatches appropriate units. Communicates with police, fire and rescue and other law enforcement agencies, emergency service providers and general public through multi-line telephone system. Enters warrants, wanted persons, missing persons, stolen property, etc. in the National Crime Information Center/Virginia Crime Information Network (NCIC/VCIN) terminals. Sends and receives a variety of law enforcement reports, warrants and information. Enters and records activity and status into the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system. Attends roll call with police units. Coordinates training for all Communications Officers. Trains new dispatchers. Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the position. The work schedule may vary and include any permanent day, evening, or midnight shift including weekends and holidays.The City of Petersburg Values Veterans. The City of Petersburg is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: The City of Petersburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City of Petersburg to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.