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***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

(Internal/External)

Job Title: Communications Officer (Dispatcher)

Department:  Police Dept.

Shift:  Rotating

Pay Grade: PS Grade 3

Announcement Number:  23-01

Announcement Date:  January 9, 2023       

Closing Date:  When Position is Filled

Nature of Work

This is a semi-skilled position responsible for receiving and transmitting varied calls for Guntersville Police Department and dispatching emergency personnel and equipment as needed or directed.   Employees in this position work with CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) systems, telephones, two-way radios, and recording equipment.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the shift Lieutenant/Sergeant.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for receiving, processing, and documenting all calls for service for the Police Department by telephone or radio from the public and/or 911; relays information to the appropriate source for assistance; determines location and provides description of emergency to personnel responding.
• Works with CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch), telephones, radios, recording equipment, etc.
• Maintains outstanding warrant file.
• Maintains file of missing personnel, stolen vehicles, stolen weapons, and other stolen property.
• Monitors surveillance cameras throughout Police Department and City Hall.
• Assist Detention Officer as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the geography and the highway and street systems of the City.
• Some knowledge of local ordinances and laws.
• Some knowledge of police terminology.
• Skilled in the operation of computers, multi-line phones, and electronic data processing.
• Skilled in handling emergency calls calmly, detecting the scope and magnitude of an emergency; dealing sympathetically with callers and ability to make rapid decisions under emergency conditions.
• Ability to be helpful, courteous, and deal tactfully with the citizens of Guntersville.
• Ability to prioritize incoming messages and determine most urgent need.
• Ability to handle multi-tasks.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to achieve and maintain National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification.
• Ability to attend off-site training when necessary.
• Ability to communicated clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, general public, and those in contact in course of work.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid Alabama driver’s license with driving record suitable for insurability.
• Any combination of experience and training equivalent to some experience in office work and/or radio communications.
• Personal background record free of criminal convictions.
• Must be able to pass physical and drug screening.

Desirable Qualifications:

• One year of dispatching experience preferred.

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave., Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to the Personnel Department.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

External

Job Title:  Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Department:  Parks & Recreation

Hours:  Varies

Classification:  Hourly

Announcement Number: 23-06

Announcement Date:  March 7, 2023

Closing Date:  When Filled

Nature of Work:

This is a specialized seasonal position that is responsible for the general supervision and safety of patrons of the City Aquatics Facility by preventing and responding to emergencies, by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors, and enforcing safety rules. This position works under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor. 

Essential Functions:

• Monitors swimming pool and all related facilities during assigned shift to ensure and enforce safety codes and standards and prevent injuries and fatalities.
• Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and maintains the authority to discipline and/or remove violators from City pool property.
• Rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning.
• Administers first aid and contacts emergency personnel immediately when necessary.
• Inspects and maintains pool and swimming facility, including general cleaning duties to but not limited to, restrooms, showers, deck and pavilion.
• Collects money from pool patrons for admittance.
• Monitors patrons signing in to use pool and ensures an accurate maintenance of such lists.
• Maintains all necessary records; writes and files reports on pool activities and specific incidents and accidents as required.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required by Aquatics Supervisor.
• These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive duties.  Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any given time at the discretion of the Aquatics Supervisor or Parks and Recreation Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of standard aquatics life saving procedures, including rescuing swimmers from drowning, instructing and discipline unsafe pool practices and administering first aid.
• Thorough knowledge of First Aid instruction procedures and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of CPR and other related life saving techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of general swimming skills.
• Ability to swim at a highly competent level for the purpose of rescuing others in danger of drowning.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Ability to observe multiple patrons at a time, consistently scanning the environment.
• Ability to identify and react quickly to emergencies or threats to patron safety and health.
• Ability to communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, emergency personal, pool patrons and general public.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must possess a current Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, AED & First Aid Certification.
2. Must be at least 16 years of age.

(Lifeguard Certification classes will be held at the Guntersville Parks & Recreation Center on April 28, 2023 from 4PM – 9PM and April 29 & 30, 2023 from 8AM until 8 PM for both days.  All lifeguard candidates must attend all 3 days.  For more information about these classes contact Chris Gareri, Aquatics and Program Supervisor.)

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent.  An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required.  This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities.  Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned Personnel Office via hand delivery, US mail, fax, or email.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

THE CITY OF GUNTERSVILLE IS A DRUG/ALCOHOL FREE WORKPLACE

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