What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communication Technician I (911 Dispatcher) position at City of La Grande?
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A City of La Grande Job Application Form and Job Description may be obtained from the City’s website at www.cityoflagrande.org
Please return completed applications to Becky Tibbetts, Human Resource Department in City Hall at 1000 Adams Ave. or Mail to PO Box 670, La Grande, Oregon 97850,
Faxed to 541-962-1322 or emailed to btibbetts@cityoflagrande.org.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The principal function of an employee in this classification is to receive and dispatch 9-1-1 calls for the protection of life and property, and to perform other assigned communications and public safety duties relating to emergency and non-emergency situations.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT AND CITY: The City of La Grande (pop. 13,310) is located in the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley, is adjacent to I-84 in Northeast Oregon, is home to Eastern Oregon University, has exceptional public schools, has world class year-round outdoor recreational opportunities, and is a wonderful place to raise a family. The La Grande Police Department has 19 sworn officers and 17 civilian employees and provides full dispatch services for all Union County public safety agencies. The department enjoys extraordinary support from our community and elected officials, is value driven, progressive, and has numerous special assignment opportunities. For more information, visit our website at www.cityoflagrande.org/police-department.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 18 years of age, a United States Citizen, and possess high school diploma or GED
Must be able to type 30 words per minute;
Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Must have advanced knowledge of English grammar and spelling, use of standard office equipment and some knowledge of emergency service organizations and functions.
Must successfully complete department written, interview, background, psychological, medical, and drug screening.
Must obtain LEDS certification, CPR/First Aid and Emergency Medical Dispatch training withing six months of employment and meet all DPSST certification standards and complete required DPSST Basic Telecommunicator’s Course and receive certification within one year of employment, or the timeline established by Oregon Administrative Rule.
SALARY: Starting salary range $21.81 - $23.59 per hour ($3,780.40 - $4,088.93 per month), DOE, plus additional pay for education degrees and certifications. Position salary range $21.81 - $27.59 per hour ($3,780.40 - $4,782.27 per month), plus additional pay for education degrees and certifications.
BENEFITS: Family- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Insurance / Life and Disability Insurance / Life Flight Membership / VEBA-Health Reimbursement Account / Retirement-Employer contribution of 13% after six months of employment / Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Leave / Education Incentives
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. First review of applications on Friday, January 17, 2025.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: A City of La Grande Job Application Form and Job Description may be obtained from the City’s website at www.cityoflagrande.org
Please return completed applications to Becky Tibbetts, Human Resource Department in City Hall at 1000 Adams Ave. or Mail to PO Box 670, La Grande, Oregon 97850,
Faxed to 541-962-1322, or emailed to btibbetts@cityoflagrande.org.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.81 - $23.59 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24
