Communication Specialist I - Dispatcher - 911 Operator

Midwestcityok; Midwest City (OK); On-site; USD 32,489 - 34,400; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Midwest City is seeking a Communication Specialist I for the Emergency Communications Department. The role involves receiving, analyzing, and dispatching messages to emergency units while monitoring alarms. Candidates must have a high school diploma, previous experience with radio operations, and must be able to pass a data entry test and background checks. The starting salary ranges from $23.58 to $24.97 per hour. EOE.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the operation of a two-way radio.
• Must pass a data entry test with a minimum of 5500 keystrokes/hr.
• Ability to pass an in-depth background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Receive, analyze, and dispatch messages to radio-equipped units.
• Monitor burglar and fire alarms.
• Perform various safety/security sensitive functions.

Skills

Radio communication

Data entry

Alarm monitoring

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Tools

Computer terminal

OLETS certification

Job description

Overview

Applications for this position CAN be submitted online. You MUST submit a completed City of Midwest City employment application to be considered. Individual resumes without a completed City employment application WILL NOT be accepted.

The City of Midwest City is accepting applications for a Communication Specialist I in the Emergency Communications Department. The incumbent receives, analyzes, & dispatches messages to radio-equipped units of Police, Fire & Ambulance depts. & monitors burglar & fire alarms. HS grad. or equiv. req. w/prev. exp. in operation of a two-way radio, & computer terminal with OLETS cert. pref. Must pass data entry test (min. of 5500 keystrokes/hr) & in-depth background check, polygraph, drug screen & hearing test. This position is designated as safety/security sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and random drug and alcohol screening. Starting Salary $23.5839-$24.9716/hr. Click "Apply now" to apply online or via kiosk in person at the City of Midwest City, HR Dept., 100 N. Midwest Blvd, Midwest City, OK. Apps accepted until filled. EOE.