Lyon County

Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full county benefits

Job summary

Lyon County is seeking a full-time 911 Dispatcher to answer emergency and non-emergency calls for police, ambulance, and fire and CAT services. The position requires composure under pressure, strong communication, and solid computer skills; pay ranges from $25.27 to $35.38 per hour, with two increases in the first year, plus full county benefits. Dispatchers rotate weekday, weekend, holiday, and day & overnight shifts.

Open until filled; Lyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with computers and technology relevant to dispatch operations.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls for police, ambulance, and fire services.
• Maintain accurate call records and coordinate with responders.
• Work a rotating schedule including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and day & overnight shifts.

Job description

Lyon County is accepting applications for a full-time 911 Dispatcher. The purpose of this position is to answer emergency and non-emergency calls for police, ambulance, and fire and CAT services. Individual must have established the ability to work under pressure with strong communication and technical/computer skills. Pay range is $25.27 – $35.38 with two pay increases in the first year of employment, and full county benefits. Dispatchers work a rotating schedule of weekdays, weekends, holidays, as well as day & overnight shifts. Position is open until filled. Lyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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