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Dispatcher - Airport Communications
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Description of Duties
This is a highly responsible position involving the efficient relay of information and dispatch of personnel and equipment used
in the protection of life and property, security, and non-emergency services for the Monroe County Department of Aviation at
the Greater Rochester International Airport. Duties involve interacting with various law enforcement agencies at the federal,
state and local levels as well as fire rescue and emergency medical services. Employees must exercise precise judgment,
alertness and responsiveness in emergency situations while adhering to the policies and procedures of the Greater Rochester
International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) rules and regulations for airports. The employee
reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a senior-level employee and is given leeway to exercise
independent judgment in emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time
equivalent** experience utilizing two-way radio equipment as an emergency services* dispatcher, or a dispatcher in the
military.
*Emergency services includes, but is not limited to, firefighting, ambulance, and police organizations.
