911 Dispatcher

**Job Opening**

DAY SHIFT

Interested in Becoming a 911 Communications Operator?

Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office is looking for qualified applicants who are interested in a rewarding career as a 911 Emergency Dispatcher

- Do you have a desire to help others in emergency situations?

- Are you a person with the ability to make decisions under pressure?

- Are you looking for an unusual, yet rewarding career?

If the answer is “YES” please keep reading

Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office is now hiring for the position of first shift dispatcher.

This will be 6am to 6pm.

Job Description

Operate radio, telephone and computer equipment at our emergency response center. Receive reports from the public on crimes, disturbances, fires and medical or police emergencies. Provide medical instructions to callers as needed. Relay information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel.

Training, Education and Experience

- Must be a high school graduate.

- Must be able to obtain and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

- Must successfully complete the IDACS operator course, including passing a nationwide criminal history check.

- Must successfully complete the PowerPhone Emergency Medical Dispatch Course.

Applicants must

- Be willing to work 12 hour rotating shifts, weekends and holidays

- Ability to multitask

- Be able to work both independently and part of a dynamic team

- Be resourceful and respond well to pressure situations

- Have exceptionally strong computer skills

- Work cooperatively with other agencies

- Have exceptional speaking and active listening skills

- Be dependable/reliable

- Perform other related duties as needed

Job offers full benefits including health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave

Approximate starting rate is $20+per hour depending on if you have any training or experience

You can pickup an application in the lobby of the:

Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office

405 Liberty Street

Vevay, Indiana 47043

We will be accepting applications until June 19th.

If you have any questions please call 812-427-3636

If you would like an application e-mailed to you send a request to deena.knight@scso-in.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• On-the-job training

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person