EO022 Communications Operator

Collège Boréal; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for Communications Operators who ensure effective responses to emergencies. Candidates must thrive in dynamic environments, demonstrate strong communication and multitasking abilities, and be willing to work flexible shifts. Qualifications include a high school diploma and proficiency in English, with bilingualism as a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, minimum age of 18.
• Bilingual candidates must pass the French Language Proficiency Evaluation.
• Ability to work varied shifts and handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct emergency responses are dispatched.
• Use communication equipment effectively in high-pressure situations.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

College diploma or university degree

Job description

Communications operators play a vital role in ensuring that the right response is dispatched to whatever emergency situation arises.

• Do you thrive in a fast-paced team environment? • Does your lifestyle allow you to work shiftwork?

·Are you calm under pressure and in stressful situations?

·Part-time or full-time : Contract guarantee of 24 hours – however working 36-40+ hours per week

·Starting salary: $33.41/hr

·Minimum 18 years of age and Canadian citizenor permanent resident

·Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or its equivalent (i.e. grade 12 from any province of Canada). Candidates who do not have a grade 12 diploma, but have completed a college diploma program or a university degree program will be considered as having a grade 12 diploma. Applicants educated outside Canada should refer to theGovernment of Canada – Education Assessment Resources.

·Not have any criminal charges pending before the courts.

·Be of good moral character and be available to work shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays)

·Have the ability to hear and readily relay information accurately, while operating various methods of communication equipment (Computer Aided Dispatch, radio system, telephones).

·Have well-developed communication skills and be able to perform well in highly stressful situations.

·Have strong multitasking skills that are not compromised in a stressful environment.

·Successfully pass the Selection Process.

·Be proficient in English, and French if the position is bilingual.

·For French language-designated positions, bilingual applicants must also pass the French Language Proficiency Evaluation in accordance with the standards set by the Government of Ontario.

Apply for this position online at www.opp.ca/pcc