State of Ohio is hiring: Radio Dispatcher in Sandusky

Job Description - Radio Dispatcher

Organization

Agency Contact: Hailey Ivory, Hailey.Ivory@dvs.ohio.gov

Work Location

Veteran Services - Sandusky, 3416 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, 44870

Compensation: $20.85/hr

Schedule

Schedule: Part-time, 2200 - 0600

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill: Dispatch

Technical Skills: Communications, Dispatch, Fire & EMS, Law Enforcement, Veteran Services

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Responsiveness, Situational Awareness, Verbal Communication, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

The Ohio Veterans Homes provide trauma-informed care long-term care to Ohio’s Veterans.

We maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees.

Job Description

ALL THE GOOD STUFF!

• Starting Hourly Pay: $20.85 with multiple pay increases
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Longevity increases start at your fifth year
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses

WORK SCHEDULE

Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Week 2: Monday, Friday, Saturday: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Monitors all radio activity & operates police/ Ohio Veterans Home radio system
• Dispatches medical transportation drivers
• Logs all emergency/dispatch calls
• Calls emergency pages
• Answers agency switchboard
• Answers all emergency phones & general police
• Takes messages for police & safety personnel
• Serves as access control checkpoint at Police Department front counter
• Monitors all systems at OVH Police Department Central Monitoring Console area
• Monitors state Multi-Agency Radio Communications
• Monitors roam alert system
• Monitors after-hours call-offs
• Takes requests for agency ID badges & parking permits
• Issues completed ID badges to customers

Qualifications

Formal education that includes reading, writing & speaking English.

Job Skills: Dispatch, Communications, Law Enforcement, Veteran Services, Fire & EMS, Basic Documentation, Confidentiality, Verbal Communication, Responsiveness, Attention to Detail, Situational Awareness

Supplemental Information

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services.

The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.