Utility Dispatcher I

Job Details

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2024-00048

Department: Gas System

Division: GAS DISPATCH

Opening Date: 10/12/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $38,115.00
OPEN CONTINUOUSLY - WILL FILLED AS NEEDED
Under direct supervision, the Utility Dispatcher I is responsible for various dispatching and clerical work in receiving and transmitting radio and telephone messages and information for utility delivery and service.

Utility Dispatch is a 24/7/365 position, with varying shifts. You will be required to work nights and weekends when necessary
Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Understands, operates, and uses the base unit of a two-way radio communications network to deliver messages, perform dispatching services, and communicate information for the department.
  
• Operates a PBX telephone switchboard, transferring routine calls to appropriate persons; engages professionally and effectively via the telephone, identifies issues or concerns, and determines the appropriate dispatch or transfer.
  
• Determines the nature of complaint and other vital information, communicates with various callers to identify problems; dispatches the appropriate crews and maintains radio contact with equipment dispatched.

• Transmits and delivers service orders and messages; receives and routes routine check-in calls from servicemen and other personnel; prepares and inputs daily time logs for records in OWAM.
  
• Maintains, edits, and updates a log of all calls and messages received and transmitted; tracks, monitors, and reviews equipment dispatched; maintains and drafts various records, forms, and reports, and performs routine clerical duties.
  
• Ensures all radio and telephone messages are received, interpreted, and dispatched to provide uninterrupted service and professional care.
  
• Performs clerical work for general operations of the department; prints service orders for the next day, organizes work orders for distribution to techs, and records when technicians are dispatched.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver's license is required.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or G.E.D. Certificate AND one (1) year experience in telephone or radio dispatching; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Geography of the City including location of streets, buildings, schools, subdivisions and other landmarks

• Emergency dispatch protocols
  
• Radio and telephone transmission including routing
  
• Department policies and protocols

Skill in -

• Handling emergency situations promptly and calmly
  
• Keeping records and maintaining files
  
• Maintaining compliance with all protocols, policies, and standards
  
• Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions
  
• Using tact and independent judgement within established guidelines

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives 100% employee health care coverage Option for dependent health care Life Insurance Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans Competitive Salaries Tuition assistance Training and development opportunities Travel compensation Military leave Bereavement leave Discount coupons Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Competitive hourly rates Flexible schedules Training and development opportunities Discount coupons Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have in telephone or radio dispatching?

• No experience
• Less than one year of experience
• 1 - 2 years experience
• More than 2 years of experience

Required Question

 City of Clearwater, FL

 04/23/2024

 Clearwater,FL