911 Dispatcher

Sitka Police Department
Sitka, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2024

Job Title: Dispatcher

The principal function of an employee in this class is to serve as the primary communication and information source for Police Officers and related public safety personnel. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Dispatch and Records Supervisor. An employee in this class performs the duties of other employees in the Police Department as required or as assigned by supervisory personnel. The principal duties of this class involve frequent contact with the public and incarcerated persons.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a GED; and
  • Some related experience in communications, and/or public safety operations; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska within 90 days of employment;
  • Ability to pass an extensive background check;
  • Must be able to type at a minimum rate of 35 words per minute from clear copy;
  • Must have vision correctable to 20/30 and have normal color vision;
  • Must be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien who intends to become a citizen of the United States;

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,800.00 - $53,768.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

  • Sitka, AK 99835: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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