911 Telecommunicator

Iroquois County 9-1-1 has an opening for a Full-Time Telecommunicator. The 911 center is responsible for coordination of all Police, Fire, and EMS services within Iroquois County. Telecommunicators are required to make quick decisions, multitasking, and respond to all individuals, at all levels, in a courteous, calm, and professional demeanor. Minimum Requirements No person convicted of a felony is eligible for hire as a Telecommunicator High School diploma or equivalent At least twenty-one (21) years of age Flexibility to work any of the 3 shifts: including weekends, holidays, and overtime (majority will be mandatory) Must be able to use a headset 8+ hours per day. Multi-tasking is paramount Must pass drug screening and background checks Must be able to accurately type at least 35 words per minute Must live within 50 miles from 1001 E Grant, Watseka, IL 60970 Must possess a Valid Driver's License 1 Year Probationary period after training is complete.

Benefits include:

On the job training Holiday pay Birthday pay Compensatory time off I.M.R.F.

Retirement Plan Paid Vacations Medical, Dental, Life and Vision FOP Union Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.01 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person