Salary: $23.00 – $30.00 Hourly
Location : 3028 Curry Lane Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2023-00802
Department: Public Safety Communications
Opening Date: 08/02/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
Under direct supervision, operates communications equipment that receives and dispatches police, fire and medical emergency calls via telephone, electronic and radio dispatch equipment; dispatches a minimum of one position.
Schedules available: 10 or 12 hour shifts, with 3-4 days off per week (nights and holiday hours are expected)
*Starting pay is $23/hr. After successful completion/sign off of call-taking and one dispatch position, pay increases to $25/hr.
*Candidates with previous dispatch experience may be eligible for a higher pay rate ($26.50-30/hr).
*$200 bonus for successful hires.
Essential Duties
Answers and routes telephone calls and messages of emergency and non-emergency nature to the proper public service agency.
Operates at least one radio dispatch position.
Utilizes data input procedure on multiple keyboard terminals to assure data is properly transmitted to the computer.
Completes electronic incident forms.
Maintains documentation of all communications transmitted and received by radio into electronic databases.
Assures proper routing of incident information through geographic knowledge of the county.
Verifies on visual screen (video display terminal) with call incident information to assure data was correctly transmitted.
Maintains records and data in accordance with departmental rules.
Routes, transmits and interprets teletype messages.
Testifies at adjudication hearings as necessary.
Performs related functions as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Biddle Criti-Call Dispatch Test (Test administered by Brown County; candidate must pass before being considered further for the Operator I vacancy).
Successfully completes an accredited and approved online or in-resident certificate course such as the 40-Hour Telecommunications Operator course, the Fundamentals of Emergency Dispatch or an equivalent training course within the first year of employment or the certificate must have been successfully completed within the previous three (3) years.
Current Transactional Information Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) State certification or ability to secure and maintain within the first year of employment.
Licenses and Certifications:
CPR certified or the ability to secure and maintain certification within the first year of employment.
Certified for Emergency Medical Dispatch or the ability to secure and maintain certification within the first year of employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, area geography and an awareness of community events.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer and the required software.
Ability to orally communicate effectively and precisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate a keyboard and telephone equipment.
Ability to pass CritiCall test.
Ability to accurately obtain information over the telephone from callers.
Ability to maintain emotional stability in stressful situations.
Ability to comprehend and carry out departmental rules, regulations and procedures.
Ability to maintain security and confidentiality.
Ability to record computer data rapidly and accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to familiarize oneself with incidents relating to critical public safety activities.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
For a summary of benefits offered, click on the link below:
Also, working for the County means you can apply for student loan forgiveness after 10 years of employment based on qualifications. Learn more here:
01
Have you completed the Fundamentals of Emergency Dispatch Course offered through NWTC?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you able and willing to work all shifts, any day, year-round weekends and holidays?
- Yes
- No
03
Which selection best describes your educational background?
- Less than High School
- High School
- Some College
- Associate’s Degree or higher
04
Which best describes your proficiency level of typing (without errors)?
- 30-40 words
- 41-50 words
- 51-60 words
- Greater than 60 words
05
Which best describes your level of customer service experience?
- None
- Some
- Extensive
06
Describe your level of experience working with information in a variety of databases and reference material.
- Beginner
- Average
- Expert
- Master
07
Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office 2010?
- No Experience
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
08
Are you now, or have you previously been TIME or E-TIME certified?
- I have never been
- Certified, but it has lapsed.
- I am currently TIME or E-TIME certified.
09
Are you now, or have you previously utilized or been certified with ProQA?
- I have never been.
- I have utilized ProQA, but my certification has lapsed.
- I am currently certified in ProQA.
10
During prior employment, what percentage of your time was dealing with high stress situations?
- None
- 0 – 30%
- 30% – 60%
- Over 60%
11
Which choice best describes your knowledge of Green Bay and the Brown County area?
- Is Green Bay in Brown County?
- I am familiar with the main streets.
- I am familiar with the geographic boundaries of the villages and townships and most of the side streets.
- I know the geographic boundaries of the villages and townships and know all the side streets throughout the county.
12
Which choice below best describes your dispatch experience? (Dispatching any type of equipment or unit)
- I have no prior.
- I regularly dispatched 1-10 units at a time.
- I regularly dispatched 10-20 units at a time.
- I regularly dispatched more than 20 units at a time.
13
Do you currently possess, or have you received any of the following certifications?
- Cardio Pulmonary
- Priority Dispatch EMD
- Priority Dispatch EDQ
- APCO 40 Hr Basic
- None of the above
14
Have you ever utilized a computerized radio system or computerized telephone system? If so, please list them:
Required Question