Emergency Dispatch Specialist – Fire Department

Thompson Economic Diversification Group; Thompson; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for a term position consideration. The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent, and at least one year office experience.

This role requires knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases, and the ability to work shifts as part of a dispatcher team. The Alarm Room Attendant (Dispatcher) will input and relay information accurately, and assist with emergency communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum one year office experience.
• Ability to operate office equipment and use computers.
• Experience with 911 or emergency calls would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and transmitting information related to department activities.
• Inputting information into the computer system.

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Computer applications

Job description

The City of Thompson invites qualified applicants to submit a resume for a term position consideration. The successful candidate will have a minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent, and at least one year office experience.

This role requires knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases, and the ability to work shifts as part of a dispatcher team. The Alarm Room Attendant (Dispatcher) will input and relay information accurately, and assist with emergency communications.