Dispatcher I

Yorktown, VA
York County Sheriff

Salary: $44,887.00 – $48,335.00 Annually.

Position Summary:

Performs specialized emergency radio and communications work, serving as a dispatcher on an assigned shift for the York-Poquoson-Williamsburg Regional Communications Center. Receives incoming calls on both non-emergency and emergency 911 lines; dispatches applicable personnel. Operates a computer terminal connected to the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC). Dispatches units or representatives from public safety and other areas such as law enforcement, fire and life safety, animal control, public utilities, etc.

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or equivalent, with at least one year of work involving customer service; or any equivalent combination and experience.
  • Must successfully complete the Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Dispatcher Academy and have the ability to obtain VCIN/NCIC certification, Emergency Medical Dispatcher Certification, and complete in-house Communications Officer I training within prescribed timeframes.
  • Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to speak clearly/concisely, and to understand and follow directions.
  • Requires the ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM with a considerable degree of accuracy.
  • Some knowledge of personal computers and related software required
  • Must be willing to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.