Public Safety Dispatcher

2 weeks ago


Toppenish, Washington, United States Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation Full time
Job Summary

The Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is seeking a highly skilled Public Safety Dispatcher to join our team. As a Dispatcher, you will be responsible for efficiently multi-tasking using several technologies, including answering emergency 911 and business phone calls, entering and updating calls for service and self-initiated activity into a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, transmitting and receiving radio communications from field personnel via a 2-way Radio System.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Answer incoming multi-line telephone calls for the Tribal Police Department relative to complaints, crimes, and emergencies.
  • Enter data pertaining to all calls, dispatching of patrol units, visitors, and messages using the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System.
  • Remain current on the location and status of law enforcement personnel within the Yakama Reservation.
  • Determine response requirements and relative priorities of situations and dispatch patrol units in accordance with established procedures.
  • Transmit and receive information by means of 2-way radio system, multi-line telephone system, computer terminals, and other telecommunications devices, while maintaining FCC compliance.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two years of experience in office support.
  • Six months of experience in radio communications and dispatch.
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Required to pass pre-employment drug test.
  • Required to successfully pass a background investigation and be properly adjudicated in accordance with 25 CFR.
  • Required to successfully complete mandatory Basic Telecommunications Officer Training Program Certification within 6 months of hire.
  • Required to possess and maintain a basic first aid/CPR card current.
  • Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
  • Minimum keyboarding/typing skill of 35 words per minute (wpm).
  • Required to take an annual physical that certifies 100% physical fit.


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