JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARYJob Classification Title: Public Safety DispatcherWorking Title(s): Public Safety DispatcherWho we areWe are small, but in the middle of it all. The City of Tolleson is one of the best places to start or advance your career. Incorporated in 1929, we are committed to providing employees with opportunities for learning and growth. Are you interested in joining our team? If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, the City of Tolleson is looking for people like you.Position DescriptionThe City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Public Safety Dispatcher. The purpose of this position is to receive and process state, federal, and tribal emergency and non-emergency service calls; interviews callers and gathers details to determine needed resources; identifies and dispatches appropriate law enforcement and relays critical information using dispatch equipment; Processes and types complete and accurate caller information and disseminates it in both typewritten and verbal form; Monitors and maintains up-to-the-moment status of all emergency personnel; Receives and processes field requests from officers to run driver's licenses, registrations, warrant checks, and criminal histories. Runs queries for wanted persons, vehicles, and property; Maintains records and files; Enters warrants in internal and external systems; and, Performs related work as assigned.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED and 2 years office or customer service experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the as those listed above.Arizona Criminal Justice Information System Terminal Operator Certification - ACJIS TOC within one (1) year of hire required. Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire.Bilingual (Spanish) highly desired. Prior experience with heavy telephone or emergency dispatching experience preferred. Minimum 35 wpm net typing. Prior experience using word processing and PC applications required.Note: This position requires rotation shift work, including nights, weekends and holidays.Physical DemandsPositions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.Working Conditions are in an office setting. Depending on assignment some travel may be required.Job InformationClosing Date: Open until filled Hiring Salary: $24.83 HourlyApplications reviewed weekly, with first review March 4, 2024.Additional Application InformationIt is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Human Resources at 623-936-7111.EOE/M/F/D/V/SOJob Posted by ApplicantPro