Communications Officer I

Do you want to be an essential link in a strong network of first responders? We have the job for you! Consider becoming a 911 / Communications Officer! Barton County is looking for talented individuals open to working with citizens in emergency situations and with first responders……from a safe distance. Communications officers utilize radios, computers and telephone lines to receive and dispatch messages to highly trained professionals. What's required? High School diploma or GED, shift work, multi-tasking, passing a security background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical assessment. You'll receive training to help you obtain the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification (within six months of hire) and Emergency Medical Dispatch and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR certifications (within first year of hire). Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply! Position starts at $18.00 / hr. with a mandatory 250 of overtime. Total compensation over $44,000 annually. Apply online at www.bartoncounty.org->Employment Opportunities, or in person at 1400 Main St, Suite 108, in Great Bend, KS.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you able to work alternating shifts that include days, nights, weekends and holidays?

Work Location:

In person