APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED UNTIL JUNE 29. VISIT WWW.CENTRALUTAH911.GOV FOR DETAILS
Essential functions of the job include:
Evaluate incoming calls through structured interrogation of callers, quickly collecting critical facts.
Make an initial assessment about the nature and urgency of the call.
Record and relay information for police, fire and medical services.
Exercise good judgment and logical thought patterns during emergency and heavy workloads.
Gain control of calls through active listening, remaining calm, conveying objectivity and communicating effectively.
Operate computer-aided dispatch system.
Query local, state and national databases and relay to appropriate agencies.
Dispatch emergency requests to law enforcement officers, EMS, fire, and public works personnelfor multiple agencies.
Maintain accurate status of all units on radio channels.
Coordinate multiple agencies on different radio frequencies throughout the life cycle of a call.
Follow policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions.
Utilize appropriate interpersonal skills while communicating and interacting with the public, co-workers, supervisors, managers and others in the performance of the job duties.
Maintain confidentiality with information obtained through employment.
Persons considering this career must be aware that the work requires shift work, which includes working long shifts, all hours of the day, all days of the week, and on holidays and other special occasions.
Basic Qualifications:
U.S. Citizen
High school graduation or equivalent, plus six (6) months of customer service experience.
Must pass a typing test at or above the rate of 40 WPM net.
Applications will be screened to ensure requirements have been met, to include a preliminary criminal record check being conducted. Select applicants must then:
Pass extensive skills tests and interviews.
Pass a drug screen and extensive background check.
Other processes may be included such as medical, psychological and polygraph exams.
Upon hire a candidate must successfully complete the Communications Training program, and must obtain and maintain District required dispatch certifications
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.26 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
