A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.
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Please select "Position Applying For" as Telecommunicator. Are you looking for a fast-paced, multi-tasking position that will test your skills and abilities? Are you in search of a rewarding career with an employer who provides stability, continuing training, challenges and opportunities? What if we told you that you could have both?! Metro 911 of Kanawha County is currently seeking to hire energetic multi-taskers for the role of Public Safety Telecommunicator. Our Public Safety Telecommunicators receive and dispatch emergencies to law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and emergency medical services. Our Telecommunicators obtain detailed information to coordinate with other first responders to safeguard personal findings, and are dedicated to keep you, your family, and your community safe. This is a full time position only. In this role, you will serve the citizens and first responders of Kanawha County on the front lines of emergency response. If you are looking for an organization that values your efforts and invests in your abilities, you are encouraged to apply to join our team of motivated professionals. Starting pay will begin at $22.00 per hour; once all training is complete, pay will increase to $23.00 per hour. Our job begins with a paid 8-week training course. After the 8-week training course, you will transition to the dispatch center for "on the job training". There is built in overtime and additional overtime opportunities are available. In addition to great pay, you will also have excellent benefits (including 20 year retirement, health, dental, vision insurance, retirement, paid holidays, sick leave and annual leave).
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
Schedule:
12 hour shift Day shift Holidays Night shift Overtime Rotating shift Rotating weekends
Preferred Experience:
Typing:
1 year (Preferred)
Emergency Services:
1 year (Preferred)
Customer Service:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$51,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
