Dispatcher
City of Washington, MO
Starting Pay: $25.61/hour
Status: Full-time |
Department: 9-1-1 Communications
The Dispatcher performs a wide range of duties to support communications and emergency response for police, fire, and other City Departments. Key responsibilities include answering and prioritizing multiple incoming calls, determining jurisdiction, and dispatching appropriate emergency personnel while providing directions and, when needed, pre-arrival medical instructions. The Dispatcher coordinates additional services such as helicopter transport, towing, and multi-agency emergency responses.
The role involves extensive use of a computer-aided dispatch system to record calls, enter accurate information, run searches (including criminal histories and vehicle registrations), and maintain required logs and reports. Duties also include completing case documentation, entering arrests and warrants, and issuing burn permits during the appropriate season.
Dispatchers ensure timely notification to relevant personnel and agencies. The position requires strong multitasking, communication, and coordination skills to ensure effective and timely emergency response.
Pay: $25.61 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
