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Dispatch Intern - DNR Law Enforcement

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State of Indiana

25d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Government & Politics
  • Bloomington

AI generated summary

  • You need one year in a natural resources program, computer skills, calm demeanor, decisiveness, communication skills, teamwork ability, and flexibility for schedule changes.
  • You will manage communications, operate CAD, maintain officer status, relay messages, monitor weather, and dispatch personnel for DNR-related incidents, all under senior guidance.

Requirements

  • Must have at least one year of college in a natural resources-related course of study.
  • Must be familiar and competent with a computer and associated programs.
  • The selected intern must:
  • Be calm and even-tempered
  • Be decisive.
  • Be able to process incomplete information, assess the needs, and provide a response.
  • Have exceptional speaking/listening skills.
  • Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Know and understand the communications system with which he/she works.
  • Understand the rules and regulations that affect their job.
  • Be able to learn and understand a wide array of natural resource-related information, including hunting, fishing, trapping, boating, ATV, and property laws, as well as wild animal behavior and habits
  • Maintain professional contact and relationships with other emergency response agencies.
  • Maintain professional contact and relationships with other DNR divisions and DNR volunteers such as wildlife rehabilitators, nuisance animal control operators, and hunter-education volunteers. These are only a few examples of many important relationships.
  • Be flexible and willing to change their schedule on short notice to help cover

Responsibilities

  • Answer incoming telephone communication lines and acquire pertinent information for the dispatching department personnel.
  • Operate a Computer-Aided Dispatch System (CAD).
  • Maintains the current status of all conservation officers and other DNR employees who utilize the Dispatch Center for Communication purposes.
  • Performs routine computer/data system maintenance.
  • Relay information and messages via electronic communications media.
  • Answers administrative telephone calls and responds to requests for information or assistance.
  • Maintains a current IDACS/NCIC file for all information obtained through the use of the NCIC System.
  • Monitor severe weather and notify officers and DNR properties when required.
  • Dispatch appropriate personnel to DNR-related calls, including critical incidents in which life and property may be at risk.
  • Manage radio communications under the tutelage of a senior communications specialist.
  • Perform other work as required.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of Dispatch Intern in DNR Law Enforcement?

The primary responsibility of the Dispatch Intern is to perform work related to the education and protection of Indiana’s natural resources by providing communications and dispatching services, as well as answering public inquiries and relaying information.

What are the essential functions of this role?

The essential functions include answering incoming telephone calls, operating a Computer-Aided Dispatch System (CAD), maintaining the status of conservation officers, performing routine computer maintenance, relaying messages, monitoring severe weather, and dispatching appropriate personnel to calls.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Candidates must have at least one year of college in a natural resources-related course of study.

Are there any specific skills or qualities required for this position?

Yes, required skills and qualities include being calm and even-tempered, decisive, capable of processing incomplete information, having exceptional speaking/listening skills, and being flexible with schedule changes.

Is this internship a seasonal position?

Yes, this internship is a seasonal position limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

What benefits are offered with this position?

This seasonal position does not offer benefits.

Where is the Central Dispatch Center located?

The Central Dispatch Center is located at Paynetown State Recreation Center near Bloomington, Indiana.

Will the Dispatch Intern need to work independently?

Yes, the Dispatch Intern will need to be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

How will training be provided for this role?

The selected candidate will learn and gain knowledge about DNR-related rules, regulations, and natural resource information while working under the tutelage of a senior communications specialist.

What types of inquiries can the Dispatch Intern expect to handle?

The Dispatch Intern can expect to handle inquiries related to natural resource matters, including hunting, fishing, trapping, boating, and property laws.

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