Job Description
E911 Dispatcher
Watertown Police Department
Grade: 130
Salary: Grade 125 / Step 1 = $49,857.60 per year
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
See also www.watertownsd.us/Jobs.aspx
Human Resources Department PO Box 910, 23 2nd St NE, Watertown, SD 57201
Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall, Human
Resources Department or online at https://watertownsd.seamlessdocs.com/f/job_application.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides critical assistance to the public by dispatching Police, Fire, or Emergency Medical Services; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient service to County residents and the general public.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Previous experience in emergency services dispatching.
• Previous customer service experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Must pass department background and criminal history checks.
• Must pass state required physical and hearing tests.
• Must obtain state communications officer certification, CPR certification, first aid administration, emergency fire dispatch and emergency medical dispatch within one (1) year of hire. All costs associated with certification and testing are paid by the department.
Veteran's preference points are acknowledged in the City's hiring process.
The City of Watertown's Personnel Policy, including the City's policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Hall, Human Resources Department or on our website at www.watertownsd.us. The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. EOE
Human Resources Office
City of Watertown, SD