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Entry Level 911 Communications Officer
City of Newberg Oregon —Newberg, OR
- $28.92 - $36.92 an hour
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Marketing and Communications Specialist - Graduate & Professional Admissions
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- $48,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Administrative Coordinator - Govt Relations & Education Policy
Oregon Education Association —Portland, OR
- $53,045 - $67,701 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- High school
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Communication Specialist/Dispatcher
Metro West Ambulance —Hillsboro, OR
- $25.90 - $42.44 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Emergency Communications Dispatcher
Oregon Health & Science University —Portland, OR
- $35.46 - $50.63 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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The Greenbrier Companies —Lake Oswego, OR
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Office
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Andrews Cooper Technology LLC —Portland, OR
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Portland State University —Portland, OR
- $22.84 - $26.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
- Health insurance
Charitable Giving Specialist 2
Lam Research —Tualatin, OR
- Evenings as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Sinclair Broadcast Group —Portland, OR
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 1 year
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Environment Oregon Zero Waste Associate
Environment America —Portland, OR
- $38,250 - $39,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Entry Level 911 Communications Officer

City of Newberg Oregon
Newberg, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$28.92 - $36.92 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Operator switchboards
Phone communication
Word processing
Emergency call-taking protocols
Emergency medical dispatch
Phone call screening
Radio communication systems
Dispatching for fire emergencies
Control room operations
Law enforcement software
Telecommunications headsets
Dispatch record maintenance
Phone triage
Computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software
Task assignment
Emergency real-time monitoring tools
Remote monitoring physical security systems
Emergency dispatch systems (law enforcement)
Entry level
Client interaction via phone calls

Full Job Description

JOB

The City of Newberg has vacancy for a 911 Dispatch Officer. This posting is open until filled. If a lateral Dispatch Officer is hired before the entry-level recruitment is completed, then the entry-level recruitment will be closed without hire as there is limited vacancies.

The recruitment will follow the following process, which can take a couple of months. You will not proceed to the next step until the previous step is completed.

Submit Application

Application Review

Select Advantage (paid for by the City)

NTN Testing (paid for by the City)

Oral Board Interviews

Dispatch Sit In

Comprehensive Background Investigation

Conditional Offer

Psychological examination

Medical Exam/Drug Screen

GENERAL STATEMENT

Operates communications equipment to receive and process incoming emergency 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls for assistance. Performs dispatch duties and keep accurate records of communications received and transmitted for police, fire, and emergency medical response as well as other agencies. Often high intensity and fast moving work is involved.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the close supervision of the Communications Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates radio and multi-line phone telephone control consoles receiving both emergency and non-emergency calls for police, fire and medical emergency assistance and other public requests for help. Effectively route other calls for service to other appropriate agencies.

Dispatches medical call in accordance with APCO procedures and gives pre-arrival instructions to callers awaiting arrival of responding units.

Questions callers with professionalism and control to determine the nature of the problem being reported and gather required information. Accesses computer terminals to obtain, transmit and record information such as vehicle license numbers, driver’s information, warrants and stolen vehicles information; enter and record information via computer terminal; maintain status of equipment to maintain control and record the activity of the dispatched units.

Dispatches calls to appropriate units or departments; maintain information on units’ activities. Maintains contact with emergency apparatus and personnel using two-way radio, telephone, mobile dispatch terminals and computer aided dispatch system (CAD).

Uses cameras to monitor individuals in holding cells for proper conduct, safety, and medical or other needs; immediately alerts an on-duty officer of any concerns.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Communications Manager and Police Chief.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Communications Officers perform work duties at stationary dispatch stations which require the use of headsets, computer terminals and monitors, two-way radio and multi-line phone system, computer-aided systems; personal computer including word processing software; recording machine; standard office equipment, and a variety of communication devices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to meet the needs of qualified individuals with limitations who can perform the essential functions of the job.

Sit at a desk for extended periods of time; occasionally walk, stand, or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds; use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity; work for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail.

Must meet all physical standards as set forth by the State of Oregon DPSST to include visual acuity, hearing, speaking and basic physical health that provides the stamina to perform duties of the position for long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed at the Newberg-Dundee Police Department at stationary dispatch stations under rotating shifts providing 24/7 coverage over weekends and holidays. Work hours may include assigned overtime that may exceed an employee’s regular work shift. Work location may include varying noise and lighting levels. This position may require travel for meetings, training, and other responsibilities.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; written test, oral interview reference check and background investigation; drug screen; other job related tests may be required.

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