911 Telecommunicator

Job description:

Baxter County 911 Center is now seeking applicants to work in our 911 Telecommunications department. The qualified applicant will have a strong attendance record, accuracy in work, ability to follow instructions, ability to work closely and harmoniously with others, perform tactfully and proficiently under stress, present with a clear and understandable telephone and radio voice.

They must also be able to successfully complete Telecommunicator training program and score 80% or better on written Telecommunicator Examination. As well they must successfully complete and maintain operator qualifications for state law enforcement computer system.

Additional qualities include knowledge of one or more of the following: public safety dispatch operations, policies and procedures, computer-aided dispatch system, County geopolitical characteristics.

This position works a 12 hour shift with alternating 3/4 day weeks and must be available weekends and holidays. Shifts may alternate from days and nights,

Full benefits including 100% paid employee health, vision, dental and life insurance, Arkansas Public Employee Retirement, paid vacation, sick and personal time.

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person