Job Description
Job Description ***STARTING SALARY MAY BE ADJUSTED FOR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING*** To serve as a professional staff employee of the Indiana State Police whose primary responsibility is to receive, collate, record, disseminate, and accurately dispatch information to Department police personnel, other law enforcement agencies, and other support services through the use of a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, Records Management System (RMS), Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL), Geographic Information System (GIS) and other Regional Dispatch Center resources. **On-the-job training provided for qualified and energetic individuals**
Job Duties To provide dispatch support to other Regional Dispatch Centers state-wide on an as needed basis, in response to natural disasters, inclement weather, or other operational needs. To coordinate emergency and non-emergency traffic with Department personnel and other public safety agencies. To provide emergency medical self-help to citizens while EMS units are en route. To process, analyze and dispatch Indiana Data and Communications System (IDACS), National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) information to meet state and federal guidelines, utilizing their precise formats.
Job Qualifications - Must be a high school graduate or possess the equivalent GED.
- Must successfully complete Department typing test.
- Must take a Department approved Dispatch Simulation test.
- On the job training provided for qualified and energetic individuals.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.
- Must become certified, and maintain certification, as a TDD/TTY operator.
- Must become certified, or provide proof of certification, in CPR and Emergency Medical Dispatch.
- Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Must have ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation. Applicants are asked to submit a complete work history. All applicants are required to submit copies of high school transcript or GED certificate, any college transcripts, technical certificates and a military DD214 (if applicable). Please attach these documents to your online application. If you are unable to attach these documents as requested, please email the documents to isprecruiting@isp.in.gov and indicate your name and the position for which you have applied when forwarding all attachments. Must be able to maintain concentration on numerous tasks in a busy and noisy environment. Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations. The Dispatch Center runs on a continuous 24 hours per day, 7 days per week cycle. Must be able to work multiple or rotating shifts, requiring weekends and/or holidays.
- A retirement program is available through Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)
- Life Insurance coverage is available through American United Life at nominal rates.
- Group Hospitalization with medical insurance is available to those who desire this type of protection, with a portion of the premium paid by the State of Indiana.
- Employees receive 12 work days annual vacation leave with pay. Additional days are granted after 5, 10, and 20 years of service to a maximum of 25 days annually.
01 Have you used an illegal drug (other than marijuana), or abused an illegal drug within 5 years of this job vacancy announcement?
02 Have you used Adderall without a prescription within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
03 Have you used marijuana within 1 year of this job vacancy announcement?
04 Are you currently certified, registered, or licensed in any profession in Indiana? If yes, please attach a copy of your certification to the application.
05 Have you been discharged by any employer for reasons other than downsizing or layoff?
06 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Excel?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
07 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Outlook?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
08 Do you have work experience using Microsoft Word?
- No
- Yes - Beginner Level
- Yes - Intermediate Level
- Yes - Advanced Level
09 Using the space provided, please explain how your experience, education, knowledge, skills and/or abilities have prepared you for this position. (Do not state: "See Resume") *If applying for a Forensic Scientist position, please state relevant coursework and/or any previous laboratory experience. *If applying for a Maintenance or Automotive Mechanic position, please state all relevant experience (i.e. cabinetry, masonry, plumbing, oil changes, transmissions, etc.)
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