Night-Shift Emergency Communications Dispatcher

State of South Dakota; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

11 paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The State of South Dakota's Department of Social Services / Human Services Center in Yankton, SD is seeking a communications operator to monitor the network and relay information to medical staff, security, and other staff. The role emphasizes prompt, accurate information for safety and patient service.

The full-time position mainly works nights and weekends, with some holidays; there is also a part-time pm shift.

Qualifications

• Experience with telephone switchboard console operation.
• Familiar with two-way radio communications systems.
• Knowledge of radio codes, procedures, and etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones, operate radio and paging equipment and computers.
• Type quickly and accurately.
• Follow appropriate protocols based on situations.

Skills

Switchboard

Radio communications

Emergency protocols

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The State of South Dakota's Department of Social Services / Human Services Center in Yankton, SD is seeking a communications operator to monitor the network and relay information to medical staff, security, and other staff. The role emphasizes prompt, accurate information for safety and patient service.

The full-time position mainly works nights and weekends, with some holidays; there is also a part-time pm shift.