Town of Pantego

Dispatch to receive incoming telephone calls, make logical order of emergency communications and order police or fire resources to solve those situations. Dispatch is also the information center for the police department and provides after-hours city services.  The Dispatcher must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work with general public; ability to use radio and electronic data communication; ability to handle several tasks at one time, possibly under a stressful situation; ability to type at a speed of at least 45 words per minute with a high degree of accuracy; knowledge and experience with Microsoft Windows highly preferred; and ability to operate a computer and complete 9-1-1 emergency system.  This position involves rotating shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Job Summary Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor.   Responsible for answering multiple incoming phone lines, dispatching...

JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor.  Responsible for answering multiple incoming phone lines, dispatching calls, including operating the 9-1-1 system and use of radio during assigned shift and provide general information to the public. This is a part-time position that may lead to a full-time position.  Reoccurring shift available.   T h e duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be per- formed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.     DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing and by telephone; ability to work with general public; ability to use radio and electronic data communication; ability to handle several tasks at one time, possibly under a stressful situation;...