LAW ENFORCEMENT DISPATCHER (CLASS TITLE: DUTY OFFICER)

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking a Law Enforcement Dispatcher (Class Title: Duty Officer). This civilian position offers opportunities for career advancement, salary incentives, and paid leave within the first responder community. FWC provides law enforcement services for the protection of natural resources and people, and provides training and professional certification in the Florida State Police Department (FSPF). The position involves monitoring, operating communication systems, and performing dispatching duties.

Requirements

• Monitor and operate a two-way radio system, telephone, and teletype system
• Dispatch law enforcement officers and personnel to citizen complaints and/or crimes in progress
• Communicate and formally document messages regarding the safety of officers performing hazardous duties
• Operates the Florida Crime Information Center / National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) computer terminal
• Broadcasts ‘Be on the Look Out’ (BOLO) alerts regarding dangerous or wanted criminals
• Receive emergency and/or routine requests to and from officers and enter these messages into the computer
• Evaluate, disseminate, and provide criminal and/or confidential information to authorized personnel 24 hours per day
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Agency-sponsored training and state certification
• Annual and Sick Leave Package
• Nine Paid Holidays
• State Health and Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options such as Disability, Dental and Vision
• State Health and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition waivers for college courses