Emergency 911 Dispatch & Communications Specialist

(WCA) Wisconsin Counties Association; Merrill (WI); On-site; USD 24,537 - 34,947; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Long-Term Disability

Vision Insurance

Vacation available on day one

Generous Sick Leave

10 Paid Holidays per year

EAP paid by the County

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans

Wisconsin Retirement System eligibility

Job summary

A county law enforcement office in Wisconsin is seeking a full-time 911 Telecommunication Officer. Responsibilities include answering emergency calls, tracking emergency status, and providing information to various emergency personnel. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a high school diploma and valid Wisconsin driver's license. The position starts at $21.59 per hour, and offers benefits including health insurance, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and generous sick leave.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license is necessary.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Answer administrative, non-emergency and emergency 9-1-1 calls.
• Monitor radio and teletype traffic.
• Provide information to emergency personnel.
• Respond to alarms and monitor NOAA weather services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Keyboard skills (35 wpm)

Ability to work under stressful situations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A county law enforcement office in Wisconsin is seeking a full-time 911 Telecommunication Officer. Responsibilities include answering emergency calls, tracking emergency status, and providing information to various emergency personnel. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a high school diploma and valid Wisconsin driver's license. The position starts at $21.59 per hour, and offers benefits including health insurance, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and generous sick leave.