What are the responsibilities and job description for the 911 Dispatch Specialist position at Valley County?
The Valley County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting for a 911 Dispatch Specialist to perform important work in providing aid and assistance to its citizens, visitors, and first responders. We are looking for a career-minded individual who is capable and interested in fielding emergency calls and directing appropriate resources in a professional manner. This is a full-time position with full county benefits.
Typical Duties & Responsibilities
Typical responsibilities include answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service using a multi-line telephone and 911 system. 911 Dispatch Specialists are responsible for fast, efficient, and accurate receiving and processing of calls from a variety of sources, and for dispatching appropriate first responders and emergency personnel out into the field.
Work in this position varies from quiet and calm, to busy and sometimes stressful – especially during emergency situations. The 911 Dispatch Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and as such incumbents in this position will work varying shifts (days, nights, and weekends). Additionally, this position requires heavy phone, radio, and computer use, in addition to sitting for long periods of time.
Salary Note: The starting pay for this position is typically the entry amount listed on this job announcement. However, the successful candidate may be offered a higher starting wage if they have previous training and work experience directly related to this position.To view the official Valley County job description for this position, click here: 911 Dispatch Specialist.
Typical Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, general clerical experience, and good communication skills. We are looking for someone who can professionally deal with all types of personalities and remain calm and composed when speaking with individuals under great deals of fear, stress, and anxiety. Prioritization skills and the ability to multi-task are very important as emergency situations can be unpredictable and widely varying.
As 911 Dispatch Specialists are first responders in a public safety role, certification through the Idaho Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) Academy will be required within one year of hire. Anyone selected for this position will be enrolled and sent to the POST academy in Meridian to receive specialized training in emergency communications once they have completed their initial on-the-job training.
When applying, please provide 3 professional and 3 personal references, including email addresses.
As a way of assisting our employees to live healthier, happier, and less worrisome lives, Valley County offers the best benefit package of any employer in the county.
Our benefits include:
- Retirement Membership in PERSI
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Insurance
- Personal Leave (22 days per year to start)
- Holiday Leave (11 days per year)
- Bereavement Leave
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
And don’t forget about these benefits:
- A Positive Work/Life Balance
- Job Stability & Satisfaction
- Career Advancement
- A Casual Work Environment
- Physically Relaxed
- Mentally Stimulating
- A Chance to Make a Difference!
Hiring is done without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, or genetics. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Salary : $22 - $29
