911 Dispatcher/Training

County of Wayne - 911 Dispatcher/Training This position is part-time during the training and probation period. A full-time position will be available after successful completion of all required training and certifications are obtained. Salary is based on a 40-hour work schedule and is considered a non-exempt position. Assigned shifts may include evenings and weekends. The base starting rate is $ 16.64 per hour, during the training period. Increase in pay rate and benefits awarded upon full-time promotion.

Job Summary :

911 Dispatcher is the first person to respond to an emergency call. Dispatchers must be able to perform the following requirements:

• Possess good communication skills
• Collect personal and location information from callers
• Dispatch Police, Fire, or Medical units to the site of the emergency
• Instruct callers on life-saving procedures
• Provide available information to emergency responders
• Provide emotional reassurance to the distraught or suicidal callers
• At times handle high radio traffic from multiple units
• Handle non-emergency calls and after-hour calls for County Agencies
• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-tasking necessary with multiple levels of technology. Work in close proximity with other employees for 8 to 12-hour periods. Geographic knowledge of Wayne County is a plus. Medical or Emergency Response knowledge is also a plus.

To Apply:

Applications can be obtained at www.waynecountypa.

gov and mailed to:

Wayne County, 911 Director 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, or Emailed to bturner@waynecountypa.gov

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $17.22 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Relocate:

Honesdale, PA 18431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person