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Lead Comm Specialist-Police

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States · On-site

Mid level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Emergency Dispatching, Personnel Supervision, Resource Coordination, Staff Scheduling, Performance Appraisal

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Utility Worker

Bel Air South, Maryland, United States · On-site

$23/hr–$30/hr

Entry level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Underground Utility Construction, Utility Maintenance, Utility Repair, Trenching and Shoring, Confined Space Entry

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Airport Attendant

United States · On-site

Entry level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Customer Service, Time Management, Communication Skills, Aircraft Towing, Aircraft Fueling

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Utility Management Analyst

Bel Air South, Maryland, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$30/hr

Mid level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Budget Analysis, Financial Accounting, Data Mining, Performance Measurement, Billing Management

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Recreation Supervisor I

Lee's Summit, Missouri, United States · On-site

$39k–$50k/yr

Mid level

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with over 45 full-time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part-time staff who provide the Lee's Summit community with dozens of qua…

Skills: Program Development, Staff Supervision, Budget Administration, Personnel Management, Event Planning

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Meter Technician I or Meter Technician II

Bel Air South, Maryland, United States · On-site

Entry level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Meter Reading, Customer Service, Field Service, Data Collection, Hand Tool Operation

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Inventory Maintenance Technician

Bel Air South, Maryland, United States · On-site

Mid level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Inventory Control, Small Engine Repair, Preventative Maintenance, Welding, Fabrication

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Apprentice Operator

Fitchburg, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

Entry level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Infrastructure Maintenance, Equipment Operation, Hand Tool Usage, Street Maintenance, Stormwater Maintenance

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Metered Services Supervisor

Bel Air South, Maryland, United States · On-site

Mid level

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small to…

Skills: Supervision, Meter Reading, Backflow Compliance, Field Customer Service, Budget Monitoring

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Lead Comm Specialist-Police

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • high school, associate degree
  • Posted 9d ago
  • Apply by Aug 1
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Coordinates and supervises Communications Specialists in handling emergency and non-emergency service requests and resource dispatch. Maintains unit productivity and morale while ensuring compliance with city and department policies.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and at least three years of experience as a dispatcher, or an associate degree with two years of experience. Must be 21 years old, a US citizen or authorized worker, and pass a background check, drug test, and polygraph.

Full job description

The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee’s Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee’s Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee’s Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America’s Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee’s Summit’s historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee’s Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee’s Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.

This is a specialized, civilian position involving the operation of the Police Communications Unit. The Lead Communications Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supervising Communications Specialists in the receipt of requests for emergency and non-emergency services and coordinates the
dispatch of resources. Serves as a leader to maintain high morale and high productivity of the unit to ensure assigned duties and tasks are to be performed in an effective, efficient, and safe manner.

Accepting applications from Monday, July 20th through Friday, July 31st. If you are selected, interviews will be held on Wednesday, August 12th.

During the hiring process, a thorough background investigation will take place, along with drug testing and a polygraph examination. The use of marijuana and/or other illegal substances within 6 months of application is disqualifying.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Performs all principal duties and responsibilities of a Communications Specialist and assists in the performance of Communications Specialists to ensure quality service. Assists in handling more difficult calls for service.
2. Coordinates with Patrol Supervision to ensure that continuous service is provided.
3. Assists the Communications Unit Supervisor to schedule minimum coverage to ensure proper staffing levels.
4. Recommends actions related to hiring, discipline, advancement and other changes in employee status of Communications Specialists. Provides input in the performance appraisals to the Communications Unit Supervisor.
5. Coordinates with the Communications Supervisor to schedule and deliver the necessary training to meet minimum standards of performance.
6. Ensures compliance with City and Department policies, as well as, operating procedures.
7. Participates in Unit meetings to ensure that the Unit is fulfilling its role in the Department’s mission, goal and objectives.
8. Assists the public as well as department personnel regarding information concerning the operation and function of the Communications Unit.
9. Prepares reports, documents, memoranda and correspondence.
10. Receives and forwards complaints to the Communications Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must be 21 years of age at time of employment.
2. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
3. Must be a United States citizen or authorized alien worker.
4. Valid state Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record.
5. Credible work history with moderate experience required; three (3) years of experience as a Communications Specialist (Dispatcher) required; or an Associate’s Degree in Communications or related field and two (2) years’ experience.
6. No felony convictions or commission of or participation in any felony crime, whether detected or not.
7. No on-going or repetitious history of committing or participating in Misdemeanor crimes, whether detected or not.
8. Must have or be able to obtain REJIS and MULES Certification within six (6) months of hire. Certified Training Officer certification within one (1) year of hire.
9. If applicable, pass required testing.

EOE

Related keywords

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About Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation

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Our mission is to provide our community with outstanding recreational services, facilities, and parks.

Industry
Government Administration
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1968
Headquarters
Lee's Summit, Missouri
LinkedIn followers
292

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is an extraordinary team of employees and volunteers dedicated to providing quality, innovative, and comprehensive recreational services, facilities and parks. We are committed to engaging and serving all our citizens through benefit based activities and parks that are representative of the best practices of our profession. We excel in patron service, responsible use of our fiscal and natural resources, and building our volunteer and community partnerships. Our success is measured by the quality of life enjoyed by our citizens.

Offices: 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063, US

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About Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation

LinkedInVisit site

Our mission is to provide our community with outstanding recreational services, facilities, and parks.

Industry
Government Administration
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1968
Headquarters
Lee's Summit, Missouri
LinkedIn followers
292

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is an extraordinary team of employees and volunteers dedicated to providing quality, innovative, and comprehensive recreational services, facilities and parks. We are committed to engaging and serving all our citizens through benefit based activities and parks that are representative of the best practices of our profession. We excel in patron service, responsible use of our fiscal and natural resources, and building our volunteer and community partnerships. Our success is measured by the quality of life enjoyed by our citizens.

Offices: 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063, US

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