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Public Safety Telecommunicator - Law Enforcement Dispatcher
Largo, FL
Job Description
The main focus of this position is to respond to both routine and emergency requests for service and information as the first point of contact for the public calling the agency for assistance. Requests for service and information from inside and outside the agency are screened to determine the most appropriate action to take whether dispatching of law enforcement, other agency responders, or routing the information via the computer and/or radio. Calls requiring the dispatch of law enforcement are monitored and supported by this position. Members exercise considerable independent judgment in determining the seriousness and immediacy of a situation and the most appropriate action.
Shift work required to include weekends, holidays, evenings and nights.
Testing required.
Signing bonus = $1,500 with a 2-year commitment
Qualifications:
Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine free for six months prior to submitting application and during length of employment.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pcsoweb.com/careers
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com
Shift work required to include weekends, holidays, evenings and nights.
Testing required.
Signing bonus = $1,500 with a 2-year commitment
Qualifications:
- High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
- Possess a current Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification in the State of Florida
- Or must be able to successfully complete classroom instruction and pass the State of Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification Examination within 12 months of hire
- Typing speed of 25 wpm
- Achieve a minimum score of 80% on a Public Safety Telecommunicator exam
- Must possess a valid Florida driver's license
Applicants must be tobacco/nicotine free for six months prior to submitting application and during length of employment.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office strives to provide our employees with the best benefits possible. Some of the benefits are Annual Leave (120 hours), Health Insurance, Wellness Incentives, and Education Assistance Program.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is an EEO/ADA employer and is committed to being a drug free workplace.
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pcsoweb.com/careers
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com
Special Notes/Instructions
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.pcsoweb.com/careers
Contact Information
Any questions can be directed to Human Resources at 727-582-6208 or employment@pcsonet.com
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$57,000 - $66,728
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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