What are the responsibilities and job description for the 9-1-1 DISPATCHER/OPERATOR(COMM TECH I/II) position at Elkhart County Government?
ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN I/II
DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County 9-1-1 (PSCC)
HIRING RANGE: Starting $20.00/hour (CT I) and upwards from $22.00/hour depending on experience (CT II)
BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP
HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: MUST be available to work any shift assigned (days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holiday coverage) This is a 24-hour operation and a 40-hour work week
LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart County Public Safety Communications Center (911)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: None
JOB SUMMARY:
This is an entry level position for extensive training in the (911) dispatch routine and qualification as a Communications Tech II; responsible for multiple activities in the emergency response process; will answer and dispatch multiple personnel in response to telephone calls regarding emergency and potentially life-threatening situations; responsible for operation of IDACS computer terminal, maintenance of records, and appropriate response to calls following set guidelines.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or GED
- Will be expected to meet qualifications for a Communications Tech II, be certified as an IDACS computer operator and CPR certification within 6 months
- Ability to perform multiple tasks, work at a computer terminal and enter data
- Pre-employment background check and polygraph
- Good typing skills (Minimum of 35 wpm)
Elkhart County Human Resources
117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22
