Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleDispatcher

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary GradeHourly

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $21.24 to $21.24 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Primarily 8 hour shifts.<br />(12am – 8am, 8am – 4pm or 4pm – 12am) depending on the need.<br />

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address Long Island Headquarters - Belmont Lake State Park

625 Belmont Avenue

City West Babylon

StateNY

Zip Code11704

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications

Duties Description Receive and transmit police messages by radio, telephone, and teletype.

Maintain logs and records and written documents required by the Agency.

Professional and composed, effective communication with outside police agencies and the public; maintaining sound customer service practices and meeting the needs of the Agency under sometimes stressful conditions is essential.

This position operates an extensive array of law enforcement and emergency related communications equipment as well as computer software.

Prioritize all radio and telephone communications. Answer multiple telephone lines, receive emergency and non­emergency calls for law enforcement and dispatch patrols to respond.

Make urgent and important decisions regarding emergency situations based on knowledge, skills and policies and procedures.

Service all walk-in customers.

Perform administrative duties such as data entry and retrieval, information filing and record keeping.

Comply with all Federal, State and local regulations relative to communications and protected data and information.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments The incumbent must pass a background check prior to hire.

Must have High School Diploma or higher.

Must successfully pass a field training program.

Must have strong communication skills and have the ability to communicate with a diverse community.

Must be able to operate and perform under varying degrees of stress and pressure and be able to prioritize emergencies.

Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays and be flexible with schedule.

Candidates must have the ability to effectively engage in communications that are often various and multiple.

Must be able to navigate various software technologies including those associated with law-enforcement applications and internet-based websites and have excellent data entry skills.

Health Insurance options available.
Vacation/leave benefits may be available.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name New York State Park Police

Telephone

Fax

Email Address LongIsland.Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street New York State Park Police

625 Belmont Lake State Park

City West Babylon

State NY

Zip Code 11704

 

Notes on ApplyingThe New York State Park Police in the Long Island Region are looking to hire a year-round seasonal dispatcher. Applications and information are found online at https://parks.ny.gov/employment/. All applications should include a resume and cover letter. Completed applications should be sent to:
NYS Park Police Long Island Region
625 Belmont Avenue
West Babylon, NY 11704


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