High School graduate or HSED equivalent - Associate's Degree or higher level preferred;Prior Dispatch Experience preferred BUT NOT REQUIRED;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. Dispatchers get every other weekend off while working 12 hour shifts in a Pitman schedule pattern - 2 days working/2 days off, 3 days working/2 days off, 2 days working/3 days offU.