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UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP<\/strong><\/p>\n

17270 (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)
\n22266 (NE H NI SEIU 925 Non Supv)<\/p>\n

CLASS SERIES CONCEPT<\/strong><\/p>\n

Operates radio and associated recording equipment to receive and transmit law enforcement and public safety information and prepare reports.<\/p>\n

BASIC FUNCTION<\/strong><\/p>\n

Operate radio dispatching equipment, ACCESS computer, telephones, Enhanced 911 lines and associated recording equipment to receive and transmit law enforcement and related public safety information. Compile information and generate reports.<\/p>\n

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Under general direction, use knowledge and experience to perform dispatch duties. In accordance with established procedures and policies, exercise independent judgment when handling routine or emergency calls: refer actions requiring deviation from departmental policy to appropriate command level.<\/p>\n

TYPICAL WORK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Receive, screen and prioritize emergency (E-911) and non-emergency telephone calls for service from the public requiring law enforcement attention and relay to police officers or command personnel, as appropriate;<\/p>\n

Operate police radio to communicate with police officers. Utilize established codes, maintain record of calls and actions taken by completing written documents;<\/p>\n

Communicate with police mobile units and other emergency departments and agencies by using radios, telephones, and computer networks;<\/p>\n

Receive maintenance calls from the public regarding water, sewer, natural gas, streets or other service problems and immediately relay to individual(s) designated to handle the problem;<\/p>\n

Provide a variety of technical information on all aspects of purpose and functions of the police department;<\/p>\n

Handle such matters as general citizen advice and direction, reports of incidents; refer all matters as appropriate to police officers or command personnel; maintains logs or records as applicable;<\/p>\n

Operate computer consoles to make inquiries or entries of all relevant law enforcement data such as automobile registration identifications, criminal records, outstanding arrest warrants; printouts as appropriate; operate teletype as necessary. Relay information to police officers and coordinate activities with other police agencies as appropriate to the specific situation;<\/p>\n

Interpret City and County maps as necessary in taking messages and in relaying calls to police personnel;<\/p>\n

Monitors campus Fire Alarm system;<\/p>\n

Monitor police scanner for north end Seattle Police Department activity;<\/p>\n

Perform related clerical duties as required.<\/p>\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience to include dispatching responsibilities and\/or completion of an accredited dispatcher program.<\/p>\n

Equivalent education and\/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and\/or registration.<\/p>\n

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY<\/strong><\/p>\n

07\/10\/2000: New Class
\n06\/01\/2005: CSR Class Conversion<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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