Public Safety Dispatcher - Salt Lake City : Job Details
Public Safety Dispatcher
Salt Lake CityJob Location : Salt Lake City,UT, USA
Position Title:
Public Safety Dispatcher
Job Description:
We are looking for Public Safety Dispatchers to receive incoming emergency and non-emergency calls requesting police, fire, and EMS assistance from SLC911 (Salt Lake City 911).
About the Position:
This role requires you to operate telephone, radio, and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems and dispatch emergency units and/or personnel in response to requests for assistance for both Police and Fire/EMS.
The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
About the Team:
The 911 Communications Team is a collaborative, exciting place to work. There is currently 1 Director, 1 Acting Deputy Director, 4 Assistant Director ' s, 8 Operations Supervisors, and 61 Public Safety Dispatchers.
Work Schedule:
This position require s non-traditional hours as needed to cover a 24-hour-per-day operation, which may include on-call hours.
Position Salary Range:
The entry pay rate for this position is $24.91/hr. Candidates who have directly related qualifications and experience will be compensated using the rates below.
Entry - $24.91/hr.
2 Year - $26.68/hr.
4 Year - $30.25/hr.
6 Year - $32.01/hr.
8 Year - $37.46/hr.
This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Learn more about our benefits here:
IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will close on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (MST).
Key Responsibilities:
Using computer-aided dispatch and a telephone system, answers emergency 911 lines including calls and requests for assistance from various public and private agencies for all disciplines. Reviews and prioritizes calls as either emergency or non-emergency.
Responds to inquiries, transfers calls and/or records, and inputs call information into computer database. Determines level and type of response needed and takes appropriate action based on established protocols, policies, and procedures.
Uses Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) and mapping software to aid in the dispatching and tracking of units in the field.
Uses multi-channeled computerized radio system to dispatch either Police or Fire/EMS units and communicates with field personnel. Updates emergency units while in route to a scene and as additional information becomes available. Patches channels in accordance with policies and guidelines for major situations or events.
May be required to maintain contact with caller to obtain and relay additional information and/or provide instructions, until emergency field personnel arrive on the scene. May provide emergency, lifesaving first aid or safety instructions based on clearly defined policies and guidelines.
Contacts other Police and Fire/EMS agencies, public and private utilities, various government agencies and outside specialists as requested by public safety officials.
Responds to field officers' requests for information regarding vehicle registrations, driver license status, criminal histories, outstanding warrants, etc. Receives and dispenses information on city, state and private property impounds, repossessions and stolen and recovered vehicles.
Responds to field personnel with pertinent information, performing requests for service and making necessary callbacks.
Initiates contact with callers who have disconnected from 911 emergency lines to determine if an emergency exists. If unable to make contact via phone, dispatches emergency units to the scene for follow-up.
Operates TTY system to communicate with the hearing-impaired community as well as proficient in text to 911 messaging. Must be able to continue communication to determine call type and priority for response from police, medical or fire personnel.
Provides prior notification and pertinent information to domestic violence victims regarding release of suspected offenders. If unable to make phone contact with victims, ensures field personnel are notified and dispatched to make contact in person.
Receives and records information obtained from reports on minor criminal acts, crimes with minimal dollar amounts, and no suspect information. Enters all information into computer database.
Proficient in the records management system software for their dedicated discipline.
Monitors computer equipment, alarm systems and video surveillance equipment; notifies Dispatch Communications Supervisor in the event of an emergency or malfunction.
Complies with all City, Department (Police & Fire), and SLC911 policies and procedures.
May be responsible for on-the-job training and mentoring of new Public Safety Dispatchers.
May act as a functional lead in the absence of a Dispat ch Operations Supervisor. Must stay proficient in call-taking as well as dispatching emergency calls for service for Police, Fire, and EMS related calls.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to successfully complete all training and training-related exams required to perform both Police and Fire/EMS call-taking within 12 months of hire.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including personal computers and word processing software.
Ability to work rotating shifts and holidays.
Ability to maintain composure and relate well with the public under adverse circumstances and stressful situations.
The ability to maintain positive working relationships and effective oral and written communication on a regular basis with department management, supervisors, other employees, peers, and the public.
Ability to see, hear, and speak clearly and be easily understood.
Ability to successfully obtain and maintain certification in Emergency Medical Dispatching (EMD) Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) Certification, and Police Officers Standards and Training (POST) Dispatch Certification within six (6) months of employment.
Must maintain a reliable attendance record, which includes showing up on time and showing up for all scheduled shifts, and overtime.
Working Conditions:
Comfortable working conditions. Required to stay within workstation boundaries for extended periods of time. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking in a normal office environment. Typing, copying, writing, and using a computer is a regular part of the day.
Considerable exposure to stressful situations because of human behavior and due to the crisis nature of the duties.
Unconventional working hours are required, including eight (8), ten (10) or twelve (12) hour shifts (up to 16 hours at a time) and evening, overnight, holidays and overtime as needed.
Continual exposure to several computer monitors for extended periods. Requires some extended reaching and repetitive movement due to many computers.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Department:
911 Communications Bureau
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40
Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-###-#### or email [email protected] .
BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.
ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.
We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.
The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-###-####.