Job description
This is communications work in which the employee is responsible for handling requests for information by radio, telephone, National Crime Information Computer System, Teletype and Police Department computer system. The employee works in accordance with established rules and regulations. This employee works with considerable independence under general direction from a supervisor.
The days and hours for this position: Friday - Tuesday 6:30pm-3:00am
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)
**Employees within the department of division shall be given first consideration**
- Receives requests for information by radio, telephone, Teletype, and computer systems and determines appropriate sources to access and/or action to be taken.
- Receives and responds to messages and requests from field personnel, external law enforcement agencies and others authorized to receive information.
- Prioritizes order of response to inquiries.
- Maintains logs and records.
- Verifies, updates and enters information into the Police Department's Computer System and National Crime Information Computer System.
- The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.
- Some knowledge of the Federal Communication Commission's rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of standard computer keyboard configurations and ability to access, interpret, and record information using a video display terminal and electronic keyboard.
- Ability to learn, within a reasonable period of time, proper techniques for operating radio transmitting and receiving equipment and law enforcement related computer systems.
- Ability to receive and repeat information accurately and quickly.
- Ability to speak clearly and correctly using the English language.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and representatives of outside agencies.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
(Last Updated 1/21/2015)
CITY OF WICHITA
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years' employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.
2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee's option as scheduled with the supervisor.
3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
4. HEALTH INSURANCE - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE – This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.
10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make pre-tax deductions for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
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About City of Wichita
CEO: Jeff Longwell
Revenue: Less than $1 million (USD)
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.wichita.gov
Year Founded: 1868