Top 30 City Jobs in Bessemer Al

Emergency Communications Officer - 911 Dispatcher
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $26.02 - $40.37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
Custodian
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $17.04 - $26.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Local
- Driver's License
- 1 year
Crew Worker
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $15.59 - $28.01 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Construction experience
Firefighter
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $54,121.60 - $92,996.80 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Dispatcher
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $46,883.20 - $66,664.00 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Accounting
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Detention Officer
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $22.82 - $35.38 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Word processing
- Local
Systems Administrator
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $80,095.37 - $109,161.77 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- 8 years
- SQL
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
10d
Police Officer (Non POST Certified)
City of Hoover —Hoover, AL
- $59,924.80 - $92,996.80 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Chief Magistrate Clerk of Court
City of Alabaster —Alabaster, AL
- $72,670 - $100,607 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Research
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
6d
Police Officer
City of Calera —Calera, AL
- Online Application
- Entry level
Part-Time EMT-Basics
City of Fairfield, Alabama —Fairfield, AL
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- High school diploma or GED
Police Officer - Non Certified Testing
City of Alabaster —Alabaster, AL
- $24.82 - $27.37 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
3d
Building Official
City of Helena —Helena, AL
- From $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Management
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
6d
Water Tech II
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $41,118.82 - $56,040.73 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Operator I - Public Works
City of Alabaster —Alabaster, AL
- $16.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
3d
Police Officer
City of Lake View, Alabama —Lake View, AL
- From $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Quick Apply
Magistrate
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $56,273.95 - $76,695.62 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
1d
Police Officer - APOST Certified
City of Alabaster —Alabaster, AL
- $62,793 - $86,947 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Non-Certified Police Officer
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $49,940.80 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Certified Police Officer
City of Pelham —Pelham, AL
- $63,947.52 - $90,941.76 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Emergency Communications Officer - 911 Dispatcher

City of Hoover -
Hoover, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
$26.02 - $40.37 an hour

Qualifications

Computer operation
Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Desktop applications
Typing

Full Job Description

Overview:

Starting Salary: $26.02

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year or more of full-time experience in customer service, administrative, clerical, IT, public safety, or related field
Ability to operate a computer and navigate various computer programs and/or systems
Ability to successfully pass keyboarding and job simulation test
Must successfully obtain APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator 1 (PST 1), APCO Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), and American Heart Association BLS CPR certification before completion of training
Valid driver's license and ability to obtain/maintain City of Hoover Driver's Permit
Ability to pass a thorough background check process and pre-employment screening
Ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a dispatcher, telecommunicator, or similar role with a public safety or emergency medical agency
Associate’s degree or higher in Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field
Ability to read, write, and converse in Spanish.

Responsibilities:

Answer emergency and non-emergency calls, gather necessary details, verify caller location and phone number, and ensure all calls are routed appropriately.
Dispatch police, fire, and EMS units following established procedures.
Maintain consistent radio communication with field units, providing updates and monitoring their status throughout the incident.
Track and document all unit activity in the CAD system. Handle TDD/TTY/RTT calls for the hearing-impaired community, ensuring accurate and efficient communication.
Operate the multi-line phone system, CAD, mapping systems, and other necessary equipment.
Perform daily checks of all systems and report any malfunctions or issues to the supervisor immediately.
Accurately enter call information, dispatch details, and responder activity into the CAD system.
Keep detailed logs of all radio traffic and updates throughout each shift.
Complete and submit required forms and reports.
Assist other departments or agencies as needed and handle additional administrative duties as assigned.
Maintain effective communication with supervisors, co-workers, and outside agencies.
Provide excellent customer service to the public in all interactions, maintaining a professional demeanor even in high-pressure situations.
Performs other related duties as directed.

Supplemental Information:

This is a safety-sensitive position responsible for receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls for police, fire, and medical assistance. The Emergency Communications Officer (ECO) operates communications equipment to relay critical information to appropriate public safety agencies while maintaining professionalism and accuracy in high-stress situations. The ECO is also responsible for monitoring and managing radio traffic, keeping accurate records in the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, and ensuring the smooth coordination of emergency responses.

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city jobs in bessemer al

Emergency Communications Officer - 911 Dispatcher

Custodian

Crew Worker

Firefighter

Dispatcher

Detention Officer

Systems Administrator

Police Officer (Non POST Certified)

Chief Magistrate Clerk of Court

Police Officer

Part-Time EMT-Basics

Police Officer - Non Certified Testing

Building Official

Water Tech II

Operator I - Public Works

Police Officer

Magistrate

Police Officer - APOST Certified

Non-Certified Police Officer

Certified Police Officer

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