911 Dispatcher/Training

County of Wayne – 911 Dispatcher/Training

This position is part-time during the training and probation period. A full-time position will be available after successful completion of all required training and certifications are obtained.

Salary is based on a 40-hour work schedule and is considered a non-exempt position. Assigned shifts may include evenings and weekends.

The base starting rate is $ 16.64 per hour, during the training period. Increase in pay rate and benefits awarded upon full-time promotion.

Job Summary: 911 Dispatcher is the first person to respond to an emergency call. Dispatchers must be able to perform the following requirements:

* Possess good communication skills

*Collect personal and location information from callers

* Dispatch Police, Fire, or Medical units to the site of the emergency

* Instruct callers on life-saving procedures

* Provide available information to emergency responders

* Provide emotional reassurance to the distraught or suicidal callers

* At times handle high radio traffic from multiple units

* Handle non-emergency calls and after-hour calls for County Agencies

* Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-tasking necessary with multiple levels of technology. Work in close proximity with other employees for 8 to 12-hour periods.

Geographic knowledge of Wayne County is a plus. Medical or Emergency Response knowledge is also a plus.

To Apply:

Applications can be obtained at www.waynecountypa.gov and mailed to:

Wayne County, 911 Director 925 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, or

Emailed to bturner@waynecountypa.gov

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $17.22 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Honesdale, PA 18431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person