Oregon 911 Dispatcher - DPSST Certified

City of Newberg Oregon; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Newberg Oregon seeks a Communications Dispatcher to receive and process 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls, dispatch units, and maintain records. You will work within the Newberg-Dundee Police Department on rotating shifts, providing 24/7 coverage and supporting multiple agencies.

The role requires DPSST Telecommunications Intermediate Certification, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations with accuracy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate radio and multi-line phone consoles for emergency and non-emergency calls; route calls to appropriate agencies.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Listening and communication

Typing speed 45 wpm

Calm under pressure

Education

DPSST Telecommunications Intermediate Certification

Tools

APCO Emergency Medical Dispatch certification

DPSST Telecommunications certification

LEDS certification

Job description

City of Newberg Oregon seeks a Communications Dispatcher to receive and process 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls, dispatch units, and maintain records. You will work within the Newberg-Dundee Police Department on rotating shifts, providing 24/7 coverage and supporting multiple agencies.

The role requires DPSST Telecommunications Intermediate Certification, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations with accuracy and professionalism.