Job Description
Salary: $22.08 - $35.34 Hourly
Location : Stuart
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: R00122
Department: Police
Opening Date: 03/28/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Summary Under general supervision of the Police Dispatch Supervisor, is responsible for receiving information from the public, both emergency and non-emergency and relaying that information to the correct individuals, according to policy, procedures, and the rules and regulations in Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC). Incumbent must be able to perform many tasks simultaneously, such as listening to the radios, entering information into the computer system, and answering phone lines. The incumbent in this class is required to work on a shift schedule, holidays, and weekends, as needed. Work is reviewed through observation and daily written reports.
Examples of Essential Functions Answers emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatches officers to calls; answers non-emergency phone requests for referrals/information; answers radio transmission and responds according to rules and regulations.
Logs radio transmissions into CAD; inputs call information into CAD.
Searches for and retrieves information from in-house and remote databases; runs FCIC/NCIC computer checks; teletypes other agencies for information and confirmations.
Calls outside agencies as needed, such as taxis, tow trucks, ambulance, or fire department to notify of pending situations that require their assistance.
Prepares, summarizes, and analyzes a variety of reports.
Responds to walk-in citizens; monitors equipment for malfunctions; takes messages for officers.
Maintains track of all officers on duty.
Supplies telephone directory service assistance for law enforcement and community services to department members and the public.
NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with High School Diploma or equivalent. Basic typing and computer skills required. FCIC / NCIC Certification preferred. Must have a valid Florida Driver License. Must meet current state training requirements to obtain/maintain FCIC/NCIC certification. Passing score on the current computer based dispatch skills test. When mandated by the State of Florida, must be state certified or successfully complete and pass state certification within 6 months of employment.
Supplemental Information Please review the full job description for this position by clicking on the Menu option in the upper left, and then select Class Specifications. This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.
This position is considered "Mission Critical" (aka " Essential ") and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency. The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace . All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.
The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP This position may be eligible for some benefits. Please inquire with Human Resources at (772) 283-5107 or visit our website:
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