Top 13 Public safety dispatcher Jobs in Hartford, Ct

PER DIEM Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher
The City of Hartford —Hartford, CT
- $28 - $38 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Hartford Hospital —Hartford, CT
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
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Per Diem EMS Dispatcher
BRISTOL HOSPITAL EMS LLC —Bristol, CT
- Per diem
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
7d
Telecommunications Dispatcher (Office/On-site)
State of Connecticut - Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services —Middletown, CT
- $55,412 - $72,665 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Psychiatry
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
7d
Environmental Protection Dispatcher (Second & Third Shift)
State of Connecticut - Department of Energy & Environmental Protection —Hartford, CT
- $55,412 - $72,665 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- English
- Mid-level
Public Safety 911 Call Taker
Northwest Connecticut Public Safety Communications Center —Waterbury, CT
- $23.74 - $27.58 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Typing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Public Safety Dispatcher
Northwest Connecticut Public Safety Communications Center —Waterbury, CT
- $27.72 - $35.69 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Care Logistics EMS Dispatcher / Care Logistics Center
Hartford HealthCare Corp. —Newington, CT
- Part-time
- Acute care
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Public Safety Dispatcher (Per Diem)
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital —Torrington, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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14d
Dispatcher
Springfield College —Springfield, MA
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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PER DIEM Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher

The City of Hartford -
Hartford, CT

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Job Details

Part-time
$28 - $38 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays

Qualifications

Emergency medical dispatch

Full Job Description

Description

THIS IS A PER DIEM (AS NEEDED) POSITION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWER POINT* EMPLOYEES WHO ARE FULLY CERTIFIED AND CREDENTIALED AS A PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR**.

PSAP as defined by C.G.S. Sec. 28-25. (10)

**As required by the State of Connecticut Regulations, Title 28, Sec. 28-30-1 through 28-30-10 as applicable

Vacancies are in the Department of Emergency Services and Telecommunication. Under general supervision, performs the full range of duties in emergency telecommunications on an as needed basis. Per Diem Emergency Telecommunication Dispatchers ("Per Diem ETDs") are utilized to fill vacant positions within the City PSAP on an as needed basis. Scheduling is dependent on both the availability of the incumbent and the existence of vacancies within the City PSAP on any given shift.

Incumbents in this position are the first point of contact with the public and are responsible for receiving telephone requests for police, fire, and emergency medical service, determining the nature and location of service required and taking action necessary to ensure that service is provided. Questions callers to obtain relevant information and, based on established operating procedures, determines the appropriate response required and the need for pre-arrival instructions. Analyzes speech pattern, tone of voice, etc. of caller to assess their emotional state; takes necessary action to calm caller; provides advice, counsel, assistance, and referral services as required by the circumstances. Reads and interprets information on dispatch console screen to determine the reliability of dispatch priority assigned to incident, the accuracy of district assignment, and the order in which calls should be dispatched. Speaks over radio or phone to dispatch field units to scene of requested emergency service, to check on status of field units, to relay unit-to-unit transmissions, and to receive requests for auxiliary emergency services such as ambulances and tow trucks. Operates computers to transmit, receive, or input police, fire, and emergency medical services records information.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.

This position is Non-Union and does not have any set schedule or hours of work. Per Diem ETDs are at-will employees and are utilized only when a permanent full-time ETD is not available to work.

Salary Information:
The hourly rate salary for this position is as depicted on the table below:

Per Diem Training Rate of Pay

Per Diem Call Taker Rate of Pay

Per Diem Fully Certified Emergency Telecommunication Dispatcher Rate of Pay

$ 28.00

$33.00

$38.00

Per Diem Training Rate of Pay: To be paid while all Per Diem ETDs are in training.
Per Diem Call Taker Rate of Pay: To be paid to Per Diem ETDs who are cleared by the Director of Emergency Services and Telecommunications or their designee in the positions of Call Taker and/or EMS Dispatcher only.
Per Diem Fully Certified ETD Rate of Pay: To be paid to Per Diem ETDs who are cleared by the Director of Emergency Services and Telecommunications in all Public Safety Answer Point (PSAP) Positions as a certified ETD (Public Safety Telecommunicator).
Premium overtime and benefits afforded to Per Diem ETDs will be in accordance with applicable state and federal laws except that:
- Work performed on an actual City Holiday will be paid one and one-half (1 1/2) times their hourly rate of pay for all hours worked; and
- Per Diem ETDs will receive shift differential pay for hours worked on applicable shifts only, as follows:
  - 2nd Shift - Five percent (5%) of their hourly rate of pay
  - 3rd Shift - Seven percent (7%) of their hourly rate of pay
The Director of Emergency Services and Telecommunication will determine the appropriate length of time for any required training before the Per Diem ETD can independently perform at any position within the PSAP.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will include rating your training and experience as described on your application and may include a written test, an oral test or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including rating and tests, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure:

Knowledge of:

Policies and procedures for Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services
The geographic layout of Hartford
The proper application of radio communication codes and terms
Pertinent laws, statutes, court decisions, and ordinances
The function and services provided by various City departments

Skill in:

Taking and processing calls for emergency assistance
Dispatching emergency units
Operating computer terminals and dispatch console
Communicating effectively with a variety of people who may be experience extreme emotional upset, may have cognitive difficulty or who may be under the influence of mind-altering substances

Ability to:

Evaluate situations quickly and accurately, prioritize tasks, adjust priorities, and remain focused when the number and variety of tasks change or when faced with situations that may be upsetting
Take information from multiple sources regarding an ongoing situation and produce an accurate narrative with key elements and facts
Listen and/or give instructions while quickly and accurately entering information using a keyboard
Remember and accurately transcribe spoken information including names, addresses, sequences of letters and numbers, descriptions, and directions.
Make quick, yet sound decisions based upon policies, procedures, triage guides, laws, rules, and regulations
Maintain a valid State of Connecticut Telecommunicator Certification

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Currently employed in a Connecticut located Emergency Call Center (ECC) or Dispatch Center (PSAP as defined by C.G.S. Sec. 25-28. (10)) and possesses and maintains the required certifications indicated below.

Licenses; Certifications; Special Requirements:

Valid State of Connecticut Telecommunications Certification
Valid NCIC/COLLECT Certification
Successful completion of a State of Connecticut recognized Emergency Medical Dispatch Course
Possession of a valid Driver's License preferred

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work is performed under stressful conditions.

A COPY OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, GED CERTIFICATE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Other Information

Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

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