· Receives, reviews, and transmits emergency and law enforcement related communications by operating multi-band
sophisticated radio broadcast system, teleprocessing system, cellular emergency 911 telephone network and a worldwide
police telecommunications system under the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission to
disseminate information on crimes and emergencies
· Answer complaints and transmits broadcast orders to coordinate the dispatching of law enforcement and other
emergency personnel
· Coordinates 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 floods
· Receives 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 needed
· Provides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of law enforcement personnel who are
engaged in major law enforcement actions such as highspeed chases, surveillance, searches, restraining orders, search
warrants 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 and
emergency agencies
· Responds 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 required
· Responds 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
directions
· Maintain records of radio transmissions and teleprocessing systems received and/or transmitted and maintain files of
such records
· Maintains 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 to
establish capacity to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in varying
sound environments. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’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.
Employees are considered emergency personnel, and all work locations have mandatory minimum staffing. Shifts are seniority-based and put out to bid on a regular basis. Least-senior persons will have little or no choice about which shift they are assigned to work; they will have little or no choice about which days they work; they will be required to work all three shifts at various times, including during the training period; they will be required to work weekends on a regular basis, and work any or all Federal, State and religious holidays on the recognized or actual date; they will 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; they will work voluntary overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; they will work mandatory overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; and they must have reliable transportation that will function in the 24-hour environment regardless of weather, traffic, or other challenges in reporting to the assigned workplace.
· Receives, reviews, and transmits emergency and law enforcement related communications by operating multi-band
sophisticated radio broadcast system, teleprocessing system, cellular emergency 911 telephone network and a worldwide
police telecommunications system under the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission to
disseminate information on crimes and emergencies
· Answer complaints and transmits broadcast orders to coordinate the dispatching of law enforcement and other
emergency personnel
· Coordinates 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 floods
· Receives 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 needed
· Provides information via communications systems to coordinate the activities of law enforcement personnel who are
engaged in major law enforcement actions such as highspeed chases, surveillance, searches, restraining orders, search
warrants 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 and
emergency agencies
· Responds 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 required
· Responds 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
directions
· Maintain records of radio transmissions and teleprocessing systems received and/or transmitted and maintain files of
such records
· Maintains 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 to
establish capacity to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in varying
sound environments. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’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.
Employees are considered emergency personnel, and all work locations have mandatory minimum staffing. Shifts are seniority-based and put out to bid on a regular basis. Least-senior persons will have little or no choice about which shift they are assigned to work; they will have little or no choice about which days they work; they will be required to work all three shifts at various times, including during the training period; they will be required to work weekends on a regular basis, and work any or all Federal, State and religious holidays on the recognized or actual date; they will 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; they will work voluntary overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; they will work mandatory overtime, before or after a shift, sometimes with little to no notice; and they must have reliable transportation that will function in the 24-hour environment regardless of weather, traffic, or other challenges in reporting to the assigned workplace.
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.