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Supervisory Public Safety Dispatcher

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command

Summary

About the Position: This position is located with the US Installation Management Command, US Army Garrison Fort McCoy, Directorate of Emergency Services, Police/Provost Marshal Div at Ft. McCoy, WI.

Fort McCoy is located in west-central Wisconsin, midway between Chicago and Minneapolis, just off Interstates 90 & 94. The family-friendly area offers excellent schools, outstanding outdoor recreation, and affordable housing.

To learn more: https://home.army.mil/mccoy/index.php/my-fort/newcomers

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/14/2026 to 06/04/2026
Salary
$67,970 - $88,356 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort McCoy, WI
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
MCFU-26-12957693-MP
Control number
869303200

Duties

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  • Manage 911 emergency dispatch operations to respond with appropriate emergency services to include police, fire, hazardous material, technical rescue and ambulance.
  • Refer non-emergency callers to appropriate civilian and governmental agencies.
  • Coordinates with Directorate of Public Works (DPW) regarding installation, maintenance and use of emergency alert systems.
  • Coordinates ongoing radio frequency licensing with the Installation Network Enterprise Center (NEC).
  • Responsible for caller interrogation to determine problem and nature of call.
  • Maintain an accurate status of all emergency response equipment and personnel to assure prompt and accurate response.
  • Monitor severe weather reporting system and broadcasting alerts as necessary.
  • Responsible for monitoring closed circuit television systems to identify activity requiring response.
  • Provide technical direction to the operation and interface of emergency services data bases and systems.
  • Provide consults as the 911 emergency dispatch center subject matter expert.
  • Develop standard operating procedures for effective operation.
  • Supervise a staff of dispatchers.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • TDY travel up to 10% required
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Position is subject to shift work. Incumbent is required to work an alternate work schedule, which requires an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays. Subject to call back, oncall and mandatory overtime as mission requires.
  • The incumbent may be required to wear a uniform.
  • Incumbent is required to work (mission essential) regardless of weather conditions, Terrorist Force Protection Condition (TFPCON) or installation closure and to report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled time.
  • The work is performed in a highly stressful, restricted office environment.
  • Newly hired personnel are required to obtain and maintain the certifications outlined in this section within one year of employment. Supervisor may adjust timeframe depending upon funding and training availability.
  • The incumbent is required to possess and maintain certification in Emergency Medical Dispatch System approved for and in use by the installation IAW DoDI 6605.06 and National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) 1061.
  • The incumbent is required to possess and maintain certification in CPR, DoD Hazardous Materials Awareness, DoD Telecommunications I/II, ALERTS, NCIC, and Wisconsin Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TIME).
  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
  • Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
  • Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Reinstatement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience for Current Federal Employees: One year of specialized experience which includes work that involves operating dispatching, communications, and automation systems; processing incoming emergency and non-emergency call requests for fire, medical and police assistance; coordinating emergency services with law enforcement and emergency response agencies; provide instruction to dispatch employees as a senior operator on specific duties and job techniques and answer question of other dispatch employees; explaining guidance on emergency service dispatching policies and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).

Specialized Experience for External Applicants: One year of specialized experience which includes work that involves overseeing and maximizing the utility of complex dispatch, telecommunications, and advanced public safety automation systems. Independently manage high-consequence incoming emergency and non-emergency requests while coordinating tactical incident coordination across multiple jurisdictional public safety agencies. Interpreting, enforcing, and formulating strategies to implement regulatory guidance on emergency service dispatching policies, protocols, and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone-no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

  • Accountability
  • Decision Making
  • Manages and Organizes Information
  • Technical Competence


Time in Grade Requirement Current Federal Employee: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-08).

Time in Grade Requirement External Applicant: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • One year supervisory probationary period may be required.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Transportation Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • As a supervisor, you must comply with the Army Civilian Education System (CES) course and timeline requirements. The Supervisory Development Course (SDC) must be completed within one year of placement into a supervisory position. For information on CES, please visit the following website: https://usacac.army.mil/organizations/cace/amsc/courses
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
  • Student loan repayment may be authorized.
  • Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
  • Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.
  • Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
  • Incentives are not automatic and are based on eligibility and availability of funds.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

As part of the assessment process, your resume will be evaluated using a competency-based method. This structured evaluation measures your qualifications, experience, and skills against the core competencies required for the position. Final scores will determine whether you are referred to the Hiring Manager for further consideration.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

You may claim Military Spouse preference.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

United States Army Installation Management Command

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
FU-W0XYAA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG FT MCCOY
DO NOT MAIL
Fort McCoy, WI 54656
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