Dispatcher I

Divide, CO
Teller County Sheriff

Salary: $2,411 – $2,532 (semi-monthly)

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, performs work in receiving and prioritizing emergency and other calls for service from the Sheriff’s Department, fire, emergency medical and related services and informs and dispatches response units and prepares and maintains a variety of records.

Essential Functions:

  • Receive and respond to telephone and radio requests for officer assistance and information; receive and dispatch radio messages to all units (to include but not limited to: Patrol, Code Enforcement, Division of Gaming, Division of Wildlife, U.S. Forest Service, Colorado State Parks, Animal Control, Fire Departments, Ambulances, Emergency Medical Services, as well as other agencies) when on the County frequency.
  • Determine the nature and priority of calls. Provide information on calls that do not require officer response.
  • Process requests from deputies for information regarding vehicle ownership verification, driver’s license status, outstanding wants/warrants on persons, vehicles and stolen property, projected weather conditions and address validation by resident’s name or known street number, perform records checks.
  • Monitor other law enforcement agencies and communicate with them when appropriate.
  • Using a computer, enter and retrieve information for authorized personnel pertaining to criminal warrants, stolen property, stolen vehicles, run file searches, assign case numbers to calls and provide any assistance possible to deputies and others.
  • Maintain radio log or recording.
  • Receive and transmit calls from the hearing impaired.
  • Maintain and operate E-911 computer system.
  • Monitor numerous radio frequencies; monitor activities to assist in ensuring safety of personnel.
  • Operate recording machines and preserve tapes.
  • Clean dispatch office and restrooms.
  • Train to maintain certifications.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent;
  • One (1) year of office work involving public contact;
  • Training in team leadership and law enforcement is desirable;
  • Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.
  • Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.