Telecommunicator - Part Time (LTE)

Job Summary
This is a non-sworn position requiring the performance of tasks associated with communications and records. This position is frequently intellectually demanding. It is a position in which the individual may be required to function as part of a cohesive unit or act independently in performing assigned tasks. While an individual in this position normally performs tasks at the direction and under the supervision of a Shift Supervisor, a Telecommunicator must be able to exercise independent judgment and performs tasks in the absence of supervision, especially in emergency situations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

-Operation of two-way radio equipment for direct communication with law enforcement officers including emergency frequencies and testing of the same.
-Operation of the countywide emergency paging system for severe weather and dispatching of emergency services.
-Operation of the County E911 system
-Operation of the T.I.M.E system, telephone system, FAX machine and hearing impaired equipment.
-Operation of the Law Enforcement computer software program(s) i.e. Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) module, Jail module and Records module and etc. and entry and modification of complaints and accident information in the computer system.
-Entry, validation and removal of warrants, stolen property, restraining orders and missing persons in the Wisconsin T.I.M.E. system.
-Receive and evaluates emergency and non-emergency calls
-Provides pre-arrival instructions as needed for emergency calls
-Coordinate activities between Law Enforcement, Ambulance and Fire units as well as other county departments and outside agencies.
-Assist with on-the-job training of new Dispatchers
-Relays information to the public when requested.
-Perform related work as required.

Work Requirements:

-High School Diploma or equivalent.
-Two to three years of dispatch experience.