Communications Officer (2 Positions)

Zohopublic; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 47,639 - 58,226; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending plan

Supplemental insurance packages

401(k) or Roth with employer matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs is seeking aTechnical Support Specialist for communications across law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services in Warm Springs, Oregon. Responsibilities include monitoring and transmitting messages across multiple networks, plus working in stressful, rotating shifts including nights and holidays.

You must be at least 18, have no felonies within a year, maintain a valid Oregon driver's license, and obtain Basic DPSST and EMS Dispatch certifications

Qualifications

• Must type at least 40 words per minute.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to obtain Basic DPSST certification and Emergency Medical Dispatch certification within eighteen months.
• First Aid and CPR certification desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for communications across law enforcement, fire and EMS.
• Monitor and transmit oral messages using multiple networks and systems.
• Operate under stress in fast-paced environments with rotating shift schedules (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Follow written and oral instructions accurately.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Basic DPSST certification

Emergency Medical Dispatch certification

First Aid/CPR certification desirable

Job description

Overview

Full time | Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs | United States

Location: Warm Springs, Oregon 97761

Job Information

• Position Number: 704092
• Salary: $52,933.00 - DOE/DOQ
• Close Date: 08/14/2026
• Job Opening Status: Open
• Department/Program: Communications
• City: Warm Springs
• State/Province: Oregon
• ZIP/Postal Code: 97761

Job Description

Perform technical support duties in law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services communication, including the reception, monitoring and transmission of oral messages over a variety of communication networks and systems. Work in stressful, fast paced and rapidly evolving situations, with rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to type 40-wpm and read and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for communications across law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services. Monitor and transmit oral messages using multiple networks and systems. Operate under stress in fast-paced environments and adhere to rotating shift schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Type at least 40 words per minute and follow written and oral instructions accurately.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No felony convictions on record and no misdemeanor convictions within one year of application.
• Valid Oregon driver's license with insurance.
• Must possess or be able to acquire within eighteen months of initial appointment, a Basic DPSST certification, and Emergency Medical Dispatch certification.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification desirable but not required.
• Must submit to and pass a physiological evaluation and an in-depth pre-employment background investigation in accordance with PL 101-630 (Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act), PL-90-618 (Gun Control Act) and PL 101-647 (Crime Control Act of 1990).
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.

Benefits

• Excellent medical insurance with low annual maximum-out-of-pocket costs, plus vision and dental.
• Available flex spending plan for daycare and medical costs.
• Numerous supplemental insurance packages.
• 401(k) or ROTH retirement with up to 5% employer matching after one year of employment.
• Twelve days of paid holidays and Personal Time Off (PTO) accruing at 130 hours annually, with increases after three years of service.