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General Position Description Maintain communications center for citizens, municipal, county, state, and national agencies; receive and relay information and respond to urgent and emergency requests.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Maintain radio contact with all law enforcement agencies in Delta County as needed, responding to requests for information and assistance, as well as contacting public and private agencies and services as required.
Provide law enforcement with immediate investigative information including driver’s license and vehicle registration verification, Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) wanted information, criminal history records (log separate) and other information as requested.
Answer, document, and respond to all 911 emergency calls dispatching medical and law enforcement assistance as required.
Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays.
Respond to Emergency Medical Dispatch calls utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), dispatch ambulance and other necessary services, and provide medical advice from Emergency Medical Dispatch flip chart; complete an Emergency medical Dispatch “Review Sheet” for serious calls.
Enter, clear, locate and detain all District, Delta county, and municipal warrants.
Notify hospitals of critical information when ambulance or officers are en route.
Generate calls for service for all agencies through CAD, gathering complete and accurate information.
Complete a crime stoppers report sheet for each crime stoppers call and pass the information on to the Undersheriff.
Log all radio traffic, noting the caller, his/her radio traffic, location, and time.
Log all law enforcement, ambulance, and fire department calls noting page, en route, and on-scene times.
Respond to confirmation requests from non-Delta County agencies, reference wanted persons/items in Delta County within 10 minutes.
Query Driving Address (QDA) through Colorado Crime Information Center to obtain dates of birth, addresses, vehicle registration and driver’s license information.
Query Colorado and out of state driving histories from National Crime Information Center and Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.
Proficient use of the NCIC/CCIC program.
Send, receive, and air broadcast teletypes to/from other agencies via National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System; print and file such when necessary.
Perform telephone status checks and log Delta Department of Corrections facility twice daily.
Perform radio time-checks at 30 minute intervals on all on-duty road officers, between dusk and dawn.
Perform daily pager tests on all emergency response units, detectives, search and rescue, Hazmat, etc.
Maintain and have ready access to current copies of all agency work schedules.
Keep an accurate rotation file of all tow companies.
Answer/respond to all security, panic and fire alarms that are activated or submitted.
Complete house watch forms and pass information on to a Delta County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant or Delta Police Department, according to jurisdiction.
Maintain “Animal Book” with up-dated information referencing cows, horses, sheep, goats, pigs, and mules, including ownership addresses and phone numbers.
Keep a record of controlled burns.
Log out-of-control grassland fires and report to Bureau of Land Management.
Occasionally testify in court via subpoena from the District Attorney’s office verifying dispatch records.
Maintain a clean work environment (housekeeping duties).
Report all Colorado Crime Information Center computer/monitor system failures to Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Maintain up-dates and quick access to all resource manuals.
Print Colorado Bureau of Investigation lab reports.
Notify County Coroner and District Attorney’s office or another counties district attorney whenever unattended death occurs.
Notify animal control officers, either on-duty or on-call, of domestic animal problems, usually cats and dogs.
Notify the jail of incoming arrests.
Investigate warrants for detention center inmates being released.
Call out-of-state highway, city, and county road and bridge personnel when severe road conditions or hazards exist.
Work with agencies, co-workers, officers and public in a cooperative atmosphere showing respect and support.
Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.
Maintain high standards of professionalism including but not limited to confidentiality, discretion, communication and relationships.
Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience working with the public and/or private institutions. Must be able to verbally communicate clearly and concisely. Good telephone skills and etiquette, public relations skills, basic computer and typing skill. Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations and manage multi‑communication interactions at the same time. Knowledge of Colorado Bureau of Investigation computer systems preferred. Knowledge of 911 and administrative system (phones and screens) preferred. Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.
Licenses / Certifications
Alpha Code Certified
Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) Certified
CPR certified
Emergency Medical Dispatch Certified
Physical Requirements Walk, stand, sit, type, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools, reach with hands and arms, talk, listen, hear, read, see, lift. Lifting: 25 pound requirement. Exposure to Elements: Normal office conditions. Handling of Dangerous Equipment: None. Risk of Assault or Injury: Verbal assault may occur.
General Benefits Delta County offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and additional selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis. Life insurance and employee‑only medical insurance available at no cost. Pre‑tax flexible spending account. 401(a) retirement account matched 4% from the County. Optional 457 plan. Paid time off accrued 14 hours per month with 11 holidays. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)… Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits. Job description statements are intended to describe general nature… Employees may be required to perform additional duties. Delta County reserves the right to revise the job description.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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General Position Description Maintain communications center for citizens, municipal, county, state, and national agencies; receive and relay information and respond to urgent and emergency requests.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Maintain radio contact with all law enforcement agencies in Delta County as needed, responding to requests for information and assistance, as well as contacting public and private agencies and services as required.
Provide law enforcement with immediate investigative information including driver’s license and vehicle registration verification, Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) wanted information, criminal history records (log separate) and other information as requested.
Answer, document, and respond to all 911 emergency calls dispatching medical and law enforcement assistance as required.
Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays.
Respond to Emergency Medical Dispatch calls utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), dispatch ambulance and other necessary services, and provide medical advice from Emergency Medical Dispatch flip chart; complete an Emergency medical Dispatch “Review Sheet” for serious calls.
Enter, clear, locate and detain all District, Delta county, and municipal warrants.
Notify hospitals of critical information when ambulance or officers are en route.
Generate calls for service for all agencies through CAD, gathering complete and accurate information.
Complete a crime stoppers report sheet for each crime stoppers call and pass the information on to the Undersheriff.
Log all radio traffic, noting the caller, his/her radio traffic, location, and time.
Log all law enforcement, ambulance, and fire department calls noting page, en route, and on-scene times.
Respond to confirmation requests from non-Delta County agencies, reference wanted persons/items in Delta County within 10 minutes.
Query Driving Address (QDA) through Colorado Crime Information Center to obtain dates of birth, addresses, vehicle registration and driver’s license information.
Query Colorado and out of state driving histories from National Crime Information Center and Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.
Proficient use of the NCIC/CCIC program.
Send, receive, and air broadcast teletypes to/from other agencies via National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System; print and file such when necessary.
Perform telephone status checks and log Delta Department of Corrections facility twice daily.
Perform radio time-checks at 30 minute intervals on all on-duty road officers, between dusk and dawn.
Perform daily pager tests on all emergency response units, detectives, search and rescue, Hazmat, etc.
Maintain and have ready access to current copies of all agency work schedules.
Keep an accurate rotation file of all tow companies.
Answer/respond to all security, panic and fire alarms that are activated or submitted.
Complete house watch forms and pass information on to a Delta County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant or Delta Police Department, according to jurisdiction.
Maintain “Animal Book” with up-dated information referencing cows, horses, sheep, goats, pigs, and mules, including ownership addresses and phone numbers.
Keep a record of controlled burns.
Log out-of-control grassland fires and report to Bureau of Land Management.
Occasionally testify in court via subpoena from the District Attorney’s office verifying dispatch records.
Maintain a clean work environment (housekeeping duties).
Report all Colorado Crime Information Center computer/monitor system failures to Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Maintain up-dates and quick access to all resource manuals.
Print Colorado Bureau of Investigation lab reports.
Notify County Coroner and District Attorney’s office or another counties district attorney whenever unattended death occurs.
Notify animal control officers, either on-duty or on-call, of domestic animal problems, usually cats and dogs.
Notify the jail of incoming arrests.
Investigate warrants for detention center inmates being released.
Call out-of-state highway, city, and county road and bridge personnel when severe road conditions or hazards exist.
Work with agencies, co-workers, officers and public in a cooperative atmosphere showing respect and support.
Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.
Maintain high standards of professionalism including but not limited to confidentiality, discretion, communication and relationships.
Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience working with the public and/or private institutions. Must be able to verbally communicate clearly and concisely. Good telephone skills and etiquette, public relations skills, basic computer and typing skill. Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations and manage multi‑communication interactions at the same time. Knowledge of Colorado Bureau of Investigation computer systems preferred. Knowledge of 911 and administrative system (phones and screens) preferred. Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.
Licenses / Certifications
Alpha Code Certified
Colorado Crime Information Center (CCIC) Certified
CPR certified
Emergency Medical Dispatch Certified
Physical Requirements Walk, stand, sit, type, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools, reach with hands and arms, talk, listen, hear, read, see, lift. Lifting: 25 pound requirement. Exposure to Elements: Normal office conditions. Handling of Dangerous Equipment: None. Risk of Assault or Injury: Verbal assault may occur.
General Benefits Delta County offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and additional selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis. Life insurance and employee‑only medical insurance available at no cost. Pre‑tax flexible spending account. 401(a) retirement account matched 4% from the County. Optional 457 plan. Paid time off accrued 14 hours per month with 11 holidays. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)… Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits. Job description statements are intended to describe general nature… Employees may be required to perform additional duties. Delta County reserves the right to revise the job description.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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