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Job Vacancy Announcement- Georgia State Patrol Dispatcher

Location: Brunswick (Glynn County - Troop I Communications Center)

Paygrade LF

Job Code – GST110

Annual Salary: $39,153

The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees the day-to-day operation of the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Capitol Police and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE). The mission of the Department is to work cooperatively with all levels of government to provide a safe environment for residents and visitors to our state.

DPS is currently accepting applications for the rewarding and challenging position of Georgia State Patrol Dispatcher. DPS Dispatchers serve as the vital link between the public and our three divisions. The most important responsibility of this job is officer safety.

GSP Dispatchers receive calls from the public and dispatch Troopers and other law enforcement officers to crashes and other calls for service. They monitor communications systems for safety and provide any assistance an officer may need. Dispatchers work rotating day, afternoon, and evening shifts, seven days a week.

Dispatchers are required to multi-task, have excellent keyboarding skills, work well under pressure, and utilize excellent organizational and communication skills. The individual must also be able to handle a variety of technological equipment including radios, computers and telephone systems.

This position is perfect for candidates who seek an opportunity to serve the citizens of Georgia while providing critical operational support to Troopers, Commercial Vehicle Officers, Capitol Police Officers, and other first responders within their geographical coverage.

A typical workday includes, but is not limited to:

1. Operates radio and other data transmitting equipment.

2. Coordinates radio and data communication traffic.

3. Reports and interprets emergency and non-emergency information

Minimum Training & Experience: Must be a US Citizen, applicant must also be 18 years old. Have a high school diploma or its equivalent and meet other requirements for certification as a peace officer set by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.).

Applicants must successfully complete the pre-employment process which includes:

- Background Investigation

- Oral Interview

- Medical Examination

- POST approval

Preferred Qualifications:

- One year experience in a dispatching work environment.

- Keyboarding skills

This is an unclassified position unless filled by a classified employee. Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.

 The Georgia Department of Public Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees and applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, natural origin, age, disability or genetic information.

For more information about this job contact:

Human Resources Division

404-624-7553 or employment@gsp.net

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.