Emergency Services Dispatcher 1 PCN 121716
State of AlaskaAbout the role
Posting number: 54938
Department: Public Safety
Division: Alaska State Troopers
Job classification: Emergency Services Dispatcher 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Customer Service, Dispatch, Communications
Summary
**Classification Study Notice**
This position is currently undergoing review as a part of the Emergency Services Dispatcher/Emergency Service Supervisor job class study and therefore both the title and the pay range assigned may be subject to change upon the completion of the study.
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet
Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
To provide support for the Palmer Judicial Services Unit of the Department of Public Safety by dispatching Court Service Officers via radio, to calls for service while answering routine and emergency phone calls and providing the day to day support needs of the Control Room.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:
The Alaska State Troopers' mission is to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crimes, and protect life and property. As a member of the Alaska State Troopers, you will be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by providing direct support for the Anchorage Judicial Services Unit and its Court Services Officers.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership and accountability. In this busy office, you will work with a phenomenal team of professionals, both civilian and commissioned.
In addition to working in a valued and meaningful position, this State of Alaska Emergency Services Dispatcher I receives competitive health and retirement benefits, paid personal leave with generous leave accrual, and twelve (12) paid holidays.THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The Palmer Judicial Services Unit is located in the Palmer Courthouse. The daily work environment consists of a friendly team of like-mided civillian and commisioned staff dedicated to the Alaska State Trooper's mission.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Palmer Judicial Services Unit is looking for an individual who is a self starter and works well individually, as well as a team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas of knowledge, skill, and abilities:
Intermediate Knowledge of computer-based workstations including the Microsoft Office suite of products including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Possesses a positive attitude and has experience establishing productive working relationships with team members.
Applicants with the ability to produce consistently high-quality work in an environment with numerous interruptions and rapidly shifting priorities
Applicants with the ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
Applicants with exceptional critical thinking skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills that clearly and concisely communicate the message to be conveyed to a broad spectrum of audiences.
Ability to organize, set priorities, plan, and direct workflow and procedures for assigning work for Court Services Officers.
- Experience comprehending and interpreting written material and applying rules and instructions.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/
Special Note:
Valid Driver's License desired
Examples of duties
Two years of work experience. This experApply for this role
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