Dispatcher; Pool

Position: Dispatcher (Candidate Pool) Dispatcher (Candidate Pool) We are seeking a candidate pool for future openings. We do not have open positions at this time, but this candidate pool will be reviewed upon an opening becoming available. We thank you for your interest. GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Position will maintain communication center for citizens; municipal, county, state and national agencies and will receive and relay information and respond to urgent and emergency requests. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain radio contact with all law enforcement agencies in Delta County as needed, responding to requests for information and assistance, as well as contacting public and private agencies and services as required.
• Provide law enforcement with immediate investigative information including driver's license and vehicle registration verification, Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) wanted information, criminal history records (log separate) and other information as requested.
• Answer, document, and respond to all 911 emergency calls dispatching medical and law enforcement assistance as required.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays.
• The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County office with the exception of required duties that are to be performed off site as necessary. The employee is required to perform the majority (generally, at least 95%) of assigned duties from this designated office location to allow for client, customer and coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement, such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.
• Reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality are considered essential functions of this job. Employees are expected to be at their work area and ready to work at the scheduled start time to ensure consistent service delivery and operational efficiency.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Position desires a minimum of five (5) years of experience working with the public and/or private institutions. Must be able to verbally communicate clearly and concisely. Good telephone skills and etiquette, public relations skills, basic computer and typing skill. Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations and manage multi-communication interactions at the same time. Knowledge of Colorado Bureau of Investigation computer systems preferred. Knowledge of 911 and administrative system (phones and screens) preferred. Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement. Working rotating shifts, weekends and holidays is required. Compensation: $59,635.21 or $69,406 annually depending on law enforcement dispatch experience. General Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
• Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
• Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County
• Optional 457(b) tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan
• Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month to start
• 11 paid holidays per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes 6 counseling sessions along with some legal and financial support counseling
• Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
• Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available

To Apply: External candidates, please apply by clicking here. Current Delta County employees, please apply using the Internal Transfer and Promotion Application and email to human resources, along with any additional supporting documents. Delta County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race (including hair traits), color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Employment with Delta County is contingent upon successful completion and approval of a background check. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job