Top 2 Public safety telecommunicators Jobs in Spokane, Wa

Dispatcher II
Spokane International Airport —Spokane, WA
- $28.77 - $37.95 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Free parking
- Wellness program
Communications Officer/Dispatcher (Entry Level/Lateral)
Spokane Regional Emergency Communications (SREC) —Spokane, WA
- $30.89 - $41.69 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Windows

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Dispatcher II

Spokane International Airport -
Spokane, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.77 - $37.95 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Wellness program
Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
On-the-job training
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Phone communication
Word processing
Spreadsheets
Two-way radios for driver communication
Client inquiry handling
Employee relationship building
English
Emergency medical dispatch
High school diploma or GED
Fax machines
Telephone systems
Multi-line phone systems
Typing
Productivity software
Faxing
Emergency dispatch systems (law enforcement)
Office phone management

Full Job Description

Purpose

To provide a single access point for emergency personnel, airport administration and the general public to obtain information and report incidents to initiate public safety responses.

Major Responsibilities

Answer and prioritize responses to 911, aircraft emergency, paging, and information calls
Dispatch Police, Fire, Medical, and Operations to calls for assistance, and transfer other calls to appropriate department or agency
Serve as communication coordinator during Police, Fire, EMS, and Operations incidents
Monitor pagers and radios and announce information related to emergency incidents
Provide telephone answering support to Airport Administration
Provide non-law enforcement services including processing lost and found items, issuing or retrieving badges and keys, fingerprinting, etc.
Assist Airport users with paging services, flight information and related services
Act as after-hours point of contact for vendors, deliveries, etc.
Perform on-the-job training of Dispatcher I staff and newly-hired Dispatcher II employees
Prepare reports and maintain activity records in physical and electronic filing systems
Monitor CCTV cameras, TSA alarms, CCAS alarms and building fire alarms
Work shifts encompassing a 24-hour day, seven-day week; inclusive of odd hours, days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or GED required, some college course work preferred
Three years’ experience in a dispatch or communications center for police, fire, or EMS
State Certification as Telecommunicator 1 required, Telecommunicator 2 preferred
Experience operating multi-line telephone systems, electronic office equipment and computers as well as knowledge in the use of spreadsheets, word processors and databases.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Knowledge/Skills:

Able to read, write, speak and understand English
Have good written and verbal communication skills and a clear speaking voice
Able to read and understand rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Able to analyze situations quickly, calmly and objectively to determine appropriate response
Able to establish and maintain good working relationship with co-workers and persons using/interacting with the Communication Center
Able to handle telephone inquiries, comments, and complaints in a polite, professional manner
Be certified in Basic First Aid and CPR
Able to repair minor system breakdowns
Able to keyboard at 35 wpm

Physical Requirements:

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 30 pounds.
Job functions require sitting and standing for extended periods; walking intermittently; frequently reaching; occasionally lifting and carrying; minimal stooping, kneeling, and bending.
Extensive wrist and hand movements required for frequent keyboarding and use of equipment.
Able to perform close work to read and use computer required. Must have color vision and ability to adjust focus and read small print.
Able to operate a computer, fax, telephone and other office equipment
Requires the ability to continuously exchange information through listening and talking with customers, coworkers, and other individuals. Must be able to communicate clearly via phone, two-way radio, and written communication methods.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Security/Safety:

No felony or gross misdemeanor convictions within the last 10 years
Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport security badge as a condition of employment
Possess or obtain Washington State Patrol ACCESS Level 2 training within six months of hire
This is a safety sensitive position

Supplemental Information

WORKING CONTACTS WITH OTHERS (INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL):

Regular contact with the public, employees, government agency staff and management.

WORKING CONDITIONS, TRAVEL, ENVIRONMENT AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS:

Office environment.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION REQUIRED:

Personal computer and related software, phones, copiers, two-way radios, and other office equipment.

Spokane Airport provides a generous benefit package. Currently, we cover employee at 100% and dependents at 90% of the premium cost. We offer four plan choices for medical coverage (includes vision) through Kaiser Permanente. The Airport contributes to a Health Savings Account (HSA) for high deductible plans and a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for the other plans. Dental coverage is through MetLife. Additionally, the Airport provides life insurance at two times the annual salary. Optional life insurance is also available. Short term and long term disability is also provided by the Airport. Retirement is through the Washington State Department of Retirement System - PERS Plan. The Airport provides an employee assistance program through BHO, and an employee wellness program. Parking is provided.

The Airport recognizes 11 holidays. Vacation is earned at eight (8) hours a month for the first five (5) years and increases every five (5) years. Sick leave accrues at eight (8) hours a month. The Airport also provides military and jury leave.

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