Police Dispatcher

This is specialized work in receiving and dispatching police emergencies for the City of Meadville Police Department. This position requires the successful candidate to receive and dispatch officers to emergencies and routine calls for service. The position also includes tracking the status of field units and providing any additional assistance for those units in addition to recording pertinent data and entering that data into computers. Prompt and proper decisions are required, which may have a major impact of the safety of both emergency response agency personnel and the public.

Work will also involve typing and processing various types of information into computer systems. Assignments are routine in nature and are carried out under specific operating procedures but with certain independence.

The successful candidate must be available to work a rotating 12hr schedule. The successful candidate will know their schedule a year ahead of time.

Prerequisites:

* High school graduate or equivalent

* 18 years of age

* Be able to pass PSP/FBI background investigation

Desired Traits:

* Background with emergency response(s)

* Basic computer skills

* Ability to remain calm under stressful situations

* Knowledge of county geography, landmarks and addressing

* Skills and abilities to operate radio consoles, telephone equipment and other communication center and office equipment

* Ability to speak clearly and concisely.

CHARACTERISTIC WORK ASSIGNMENTS:

* Receive requests for emergency services and obtain all information to ensure the correct service is dispatched to proper location.

* Transmit messages by radio and telephone to officers in the field.

• Provide law enforcement agencies with information pertaining to motor vehicle registration, operator’s licenses, stolen vehicle data, warrants and other similar information supplied through CLEAN/NCIC.

If interested in applying for this position, apply via INDEED or visit our website for application: CityofMeadville.org

Questions can be directed to Chief Stefanucci via email mstef@police.cityofmeadville.org or by calling 814-333-3304

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person