PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I

Under supervision, this trainee role acquires skills and knowledge to prepare to serve as the vital communications link between the public needing help and emergency services responders (law, fire, medical, rescue, animal control, and other emergency equipment). Incumbents receive training in public safety radio and telephone operational duties for dispatching public safety personnel and equipment in a high-stress environment. This is the trainee class in the Public Safety Dispatcher series.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a trainee classification, preparing the incumbent for a professional classification with the primary responsibility of coordinating and managing communication during critical and emergency situations. Services are provided on a seven day 24-hour basis. Employees at this level receive direct instruction and assistance, learn to operate several types of computer systems and technology, and receive training in the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This position is distinguished from the next higher classification of Public Safety Dispatcher II in that the latter is the journey level class. Public Safety Dispatcher I incumbents are expected to achieve the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to advance to the Public Safety Dispatcher II level within the twelve-month probationary period.

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