911 Dispatcher/Communications Officer (Night Shift)

If you are looking for a career opportunity where YOU can make a difference and be a part of your community's vitality and well-being, then submit an application to be a 911 DISPATCHER / COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER . As a non-commissioned 911 Dispatcher/Communications Officer, you are the critical connection working directly with citizens and first responders during both emergency and non-emergency circumstances. 911 Dispatchers/Communications Officers are part of the Police Department's communications center which is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our Communications Officers work from the new, Co-located Emergency Dispatch Center located at 7010 N Holmes Street in Gladstone, MO. This new state-of-the-art facility was built to house 911 operators for Gladstone, Liberty and Clay County Sheriff's Office. Experienced applicants' annual pay rate will be commensurate with experience. E ntry level salary is $26.92/hour ($56,000/year). Schedule 12 hour shifts 7pm - 7am Every other weekend scheduled off 14 day schedule rotation, where you only work 7 days out of every 14 day rotation. Never scheduled to work more than 3 days in a row This position makes a difference in our community by the following (for a full list of essential functions, please refer to the job description): Work various shifts, to include weekends, holidays and overtime Operate a variety of phone, radio, and telecommunications equipment Receive emergency calls, transmit information, and coordinate responding units and agencies Use the proper codes, techniques, and procedures in dispatching first responders Access computer terminals to obtain, transmit, and record information Dispatch, track, maintain and respond to first responder activities Read and interpret maps and understand geographic features and street locations Speak clearly in a calm, controlled, and competent manner for emergency communications Listen and follow oral and written directions quickly and accurately Work independently as well as with a team, and develop and maintain working relationships Multi-task, use sound judgment, and work professionally under pressure with first responders and the public To be considered for this position you will need to have a high school diploma or equivalent. No experience is necessary and full training will be provided to successful candidates. Previous public safety dispatch, college, military, or other applicable training or experience in public/customer service, radio or telephone communications, criminal justice, Fire/EMT, or emergency management, may be beneficial. Lateral applicants are encouraged to apply and depending on qualifications may not be required to complete the initial written examination.