24/7 Public Safety Dispatcher - Emergency Communications

Scott County

Shakopee (MN)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 50,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive program

Job summary

Scott County in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Public Safety Telecommunicator to receive and prioritize emergency and non-emergency requests and dispatch appropriate responders. This 24/7 role requires accuracy, concentration, attention to detail, and multi-tasking, with night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and incentive opportunities for new hires. A high school diploma or GED is required, plus typing speed of 40 wpm (45 wpm after 90 days) and

Qualifications

Requires high school diploma/GED and 1 year of 911 Public Safety Dispatch experience OR
high school diploma/GED and two years of related work experience OR
high school diploma/GED plus one or more years post-secondary education and six months of related work experience OR
an Associate's degree or higher.

Responsibilities

Receives and processes all incoming 911 and non-emergency telephone calls for Scott County.
Dispatches emergency and non-emergency calls for nine police departments, eight fire departments, four ambulance services and other emergency and non-emergency service providers in Scott County.
Work is subject to a variety of shifts and schedules covering 365 day-a-year, 24 hours-a-day operation, including overtime.

Skills

Typing speed 40 wpm

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and incentive opportunities for new hires. A high school diploma or GED is required, plus typing speed of 40 wpm (45 wpm after 90 days) and

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