Receives, reviews, and transmits emergency and law enforcement related communications by operating multi-bandsophisticated radio broadcast system, teleprocessing system, cellular emergency 911 telephone network and a worldwidepolice telecommunications system under the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission todisseminate information on crimes and emergenciesAnswer complaints and transmits broadcast orders to coordinate the dispatching of law enforcement and other emergency personnelCoordinates the communications activities of National Attack Warning Systems, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the event of a public emergency such as nuclear detonation or natural disasters such as hurricanes or floodsReceives emergency and law enforcement related communications from the public via various communications devices,including emergency cellular 911 and enhanced 911 network and provides assistance as neededProvides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of law enforcement personnel who areengaged in major law enforcement actions such as highspeed chases, surveillance, searches, restraining orders, searchwarrants etc.Provides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of emergency personnel who are engaged in major emergency actions such as natural disasters, medical, fires, domestic abuse, emergency medical, psychological commitments, etc.Utilizes numerous federal, state, municipal law enforcement and emergency communication systems for the purpose of receiving, evaluating, and forwarding information to other federal, state, municipal and international law enforcement andemergency agenciesResponds to requests for information from worldwide law enforcement agencies relative to missing or wanted individuals, criminal histories, stolen property, sensitive intelligence such as drug interdiction and terrorist activities, stolen property,etc.Receives and reviews requests, and coordinates the emergency transport of human blood and/or organs to and various medical facilities throughout the Commonwealth and/or nationwide, as requiredResponds to requests for information via telephone, from other agencies, the news media and the general public to provide both law enforcement-oriented and general information concerning weather conditions, road conditions and travel directionsMaintain records of radio transmissions and teleprocessing systems received and/or transmitted and maintain files of such recordsMaintains and operates and emergency TDY system for the hearing-impaired public Facilitates a language line system for the non-English speaking public; performs related duties as required.

MSP-RSU-DSU

Pre-Employment Requirements - Candidates must pass a pre-employment screening which includes: 1) Drug Screening;2) A criminal records check based upon fingerprint examination; 3) A background check to include criminal, employment,personal and, if applicable, military service history; and 4) For State Police Dispatcher positions, a hearing test toestablish capacity to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in varyingsound environments. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human ResourcesDivision’s Hiring Guidelines Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) issubject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

You will have no choice about which shift you are assigned to work; You will have no choice about which days youwork; You will be required to work all three shifts, including during the training period; Required to work weekends on a regular basis; Work any or all Federal, State and religious holidays on the recognized or actual date; Work on personally important or special days (i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, sporting events, etc); Obtain childcare between 6:30 am – 3:30 pm (days); 2:30 pm – 11:30 pm (afternoons); and/or 10:30 pm – 7:30 am on a regular basis; As necessary, obtain childcare for weekends and holidays on a regular basis; As necessary, obtain childcare on short notice events on a frequent basis; Work voluntary overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; Work mandatory overtime, beforeor after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; You must have reliable transportation that will function in the 24 hourenvironment.

Receives, reviews, and transmits emergency and law enforcement related communications by operating multi-bandsophisticated radio broadcast system, teleprocessing system, cellular emergency 911 telephone network and a worldwidepolice telecommunications system under the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission todisseminate information on crimes and emergenciesAnswer complaints and transmits broadcast orders to coordinate the dispatching of law enforcement and other emergency personnelCoordinates the communications activities of National Attack Warning Systems, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Federal Emergency Management Agency in the event of a public emergency such as nuclear detonation or natural disasters such as hurricanes or floodsReceives emergency and law enforcement related communications from the public via various communications devices,including emergency cellular 911 and enhanced 911 network and provides assistance as neededProvides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of law enforcement personnel who areengaged in major law enforcement actions such as highspeed chases, surveillance, searches, restraining orders, searchwarrants etc.Provides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of emergency personnel who are engaged in major emergency actions such as natural disasters, medical, fires, domestic abuse, emergency medical, psychological commitments, etc.Utilizes numerous federal, state, municipal law enforcement and emergency communication systems for the purpose of receiving, evaluating, and forwarding information to other federal, state, municipal and international law enforcement andemergency agenciesResponds to requests for information from worldwide law enforcement agencies relative to missing or wanted individuals, criminal histories, stolen property, sensitive intelligence such as drug interdiction and terrorist activities, stolen property,etc.Receives and reviews requests, and coordinates the emergency transport of human blood and/or organs to and various medical facilities throughout the Commonwealth and/or nationwide, as requiredResponds to requests for information via telephone, from other agencies, the news media and the general public to provide both law enforcement-oriented and general information concerning weather conditions, road conditions and travel directionsMaintain records of radio transmissions and teleprocessing systems received and/or transmitted and maintain files of such recordsMaintains and operates and emergency TDY system for the hearing-impaired public Facilitates a language line system for the non-English speaking public; performs related duties as required.

MSP-RSU-DSU

Pre-Employment Requirements - Candidates must pass a pre-employment screening which includes: 1) Drug Screening;2) A criminal records check based upon fingerprint examination; 3) A background check to include criminal, employment,personal and, if applicable, military service history; and 4) For State Police Dispatcher positions, a hearing test toestablish capacity to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in varyingsound environments. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human ResourcesDivision’s Hiring Guidelines Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) issubject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

You will have no choice about which shift you are assigned to work; You will have no choice about which days youwork; You will be required to work all three shifts, including during the training period; Required to work weekends on a regular basis; Work any or all Federal, State and religious holidays on the recognized or actual date; Work on personally important or special days (i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, sporting events, etc); Obtain childcare between 6:30 am – 3:30 pm (days); 2:30 pm – 11:30 pm (afternoons); and/or 10:30 pm – 7:30 am on a regular basis; As necessary, obtain childcare for weekends and holidays on a regular basis; As necessary, obtain childcare on short notice events on a frequent basis; Work voluntary overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; Work mandatory overtime, beforeor after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; You must have reliable transportation that will function in the 24 hourenvironment.

Firstconsideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14days.

Applicantsmust have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time,experience in the operation of communications systems, or in fast pacedenvironments where multi-tasking is required, and (B) a high school diploma orcertificate of graduation from a secondary education school or programrecognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

A Massachusetts High School Equivalency diploma, certificate of GeneralEducational Development (GED), or an equivalent secondary education credentialrecognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts may also be accepted.

Applicantsare required to successfully complete a critical skills assessment prior tohire.

Incumbentsmay be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at aclass level specific to assignment.

Incumbentsmay become certified as a Communications Training Officer and/or obtain otherrelated certification(s) via on-the-job training as determined by the Agencyand must be able to obtain and maintain job-related certifications and/orcredentials necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of their workassignment..

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Firstconsideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14days.

Applicantsmust have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time,experience in the operation of communications systems, or in fast pacedenvironments where multi-tasking is required, and (B) a high school diploma orcertificate of graduation from a secondary education school or programrecognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

A Massachusetts High School Equivalency diploma, certificate of GeneralEducational Development (GED), or an equivalent secondary education credentialrecognized by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts may also be accepted.

Applicantsare required to successfully complete a critical skills assessment prior tohire.

Incumbentsmay be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at aclass level specific to assignment.

Incumbentsmay become certified as a Communications Training Officer and/or obtain otherrelated certification(s) via on-the-job training as determined by the Agencyand must be able to obtain and maintain job-related certifications and/orcredentials necessary to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of their workassignment..

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.