Dispatcher (Records/Communications Specialist)

City of Centerville Police Department
Dispatcher (Records/Communications Specialist)

The City of Centerville is now hiring a full-time Dispatcher (Records/Communications Specialist) to work in the Communications Center of the Centerville Police Department. The Centerville Police Department is a Nationally Accredited law enforcement agency with a tradition of service excellence. If you meet the position qualifications described below and would like to work in the secure, fast-paced environment of the Centerville Police Department, apply today.

Position Responsibilities:

• Dispatches and processes 911 and non-emergency calls.
• Prepares and files records.
• Completes data entry and types reports.
• Operates equipment like LEADS computer terminal.
• Receives and Disseminates information to other agencies.
• Maintains required licenses and certifications.
• Work hours vary; must have flexibility to work a variety of shifts in a 24-hr/365-day operation, supporting the following shifts: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., 3 p.m.-11 p.m., and 11 p.m. – 7 a.m.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications are:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Course work and/or work experience as a Police/Fire/EMS dispatcher; or training and work experience which evidences a basic knowledge of emergency dispatching.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to effectively multi-task.
Advanced critical thinking, computer and technical skills.

• LEADS Certification may be acquired during the probationary period.
• A notary may be acquired after employment.

Preferred Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree.

LATERAL ENTRY CANDIDATES are encouraged to apply.

Salary and Benefits: The pay range is $26.25 - $34.26 per hour (exact work schedule/hours TBD), plus an excellent benefits package as mentioned below.

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance On-site Workout Facility
Long-Term Disability Insurance Merit Pay Increases
Paid Leave Program Merit Longevity Pay Program
Family/Bereavement Leave Uniforms and Dry Cleaning
Tuition Reimbursement Retirement Plan (OPERS)

Application Process:

Select finalists must submit to a thorough pre-employment background investigation process, which will include a comprehensive criminal records check, credit check, pre-employment drug screen, and medical evaluation. Additional information will be shared with applicants regarding each phase of the recruitment and selection process. Please direct any related inquiries to the Centerville Human Resources Department.