Job Description
PT 911 Dispatcher-Telecommunicator-Police Department The Watertown Police Department is accepting applications to fill two (2) Part-Time
911 Dispatcher - Telecommunicator position and establish an eligibility list.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Starting pay is $26.19 per hour. We cannot offer benefits for part-time positions. Part-time dispatchers fill in on an as-needed basis for both AM and PM dispatch shifts. Part-time hours are posted on a monthly basis and short-notice opportunities may arise.
QUALIFICATIONS: U. S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, with a valid Wisconsin driver's license.
High School graduate or HSED equivalent;
Prior Police Dispatch Experience MANDATORY ;
Ability to keyboard/type at a high competency level; possess or have the ability to obtain certification in emergency dispatch techniques as approved by the state and an equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the ability to: make accurate decisions quickly, learn and apply public safety regulations, operate sending-receiving radio console, speak clearly and concisely and without panic, deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner, remain in control in emergency situations, work independently, multi-task, complete arithmetic computations, carry out orders with precision and speed, and have knowledge of office practice and procedures. Applicants must successfully complete each stage of the recruitment and hiring process, then successfully complete the dispatch field training program after hire.
The ideal applicant will have a genuine desire to interact with citizens and cooperatively identify and solve problems in an effort to reduce crime and disorder in the community.
Continuous Application Process. Applicants must complete and submit the online application for Part-Time dispatcher. The application can be located on the City of Watertown website: , under the
careers tab . Applicants must complete
all parts of the application process. Falsifications, omissions, or misrepresentations of any information on the application or during any part of the hiring process shall be grounds for rejection of that applicant or termination of employment.:
- Complete ApplicantPro online forms, answering all questions
- Submit copy of High School Diploma or equivalent and college transcripts (if applicable) via ApplicantPro, or email to
- Oral Interview by group panel
- Submit signed Authorization for Release of Information
- Written exam/skills testing
- Interview with the Chief of Police
- Personal History Statement completed and signed
- Background Investigation
- Conditional Offer of Employment
- Medical, Psychological and Drug Testing
CLICK/TAP the "Full Job Description" button below to obtain the necessary forms Any questions on the hiring process may be directed to Captain Jon Caucutt, 920-206-4238, or
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Work at office, Shift work,