at Sumner County in Wellington, Kansas, United States
Job Description
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
SUMNER COUNTY
Date: 05/26/2023
Position: Dispatch Trainee
Department: E911
Pay Level: 8 Pay Range: Starting Training Pay $15.71
The Dispatcher performs specialized work in receiving emergency calls for service and dispatching the appropriate police, fire, EMS, or Emergency Management agencies to the incident scene. Using highly technical computer aided dispatch systems (CAD) and multi-channel radio/paging consoles, Dispatchers’ must act quickly, efficiently, calmly, and accurately to process incoming emergency calls and dispatch and coordinate emergency responder resources. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is required. Must obtain provided certification as an NCIC Terminal Operator within 6 months of initial employment. Must obtain provided certification as an APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator I and Emergency Medical Dispatcher within one year of initial employment, and obtain provided certification in the National Incident Management System and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation within one year. Ability to use computer keyboard and mouse to maneuver through and operate Windows based Computer Aided Dispatch software and type 30 words per minute. Ability to use radio/paging console.
Must pass minimum vision and hearing requirements as well as a pre-employment drug screen. May be required to complete other medical/psychological testing as determined by the 911 Director.
Typing and skills testing is required. Public safety dispatchers WILL be required to work night shift, swing shift, weekends, and holidays. Overtime is frequently required. Applicants with criminal histories will be disqualified.
A complete job description is available in the County Clerk’s Office.
Application Closing Date: Open until filled.
Apply on line at www.ksgovjobs.com. If any questions, contact the Sumner County Clerk’s Office, 501 N. Washington Rm. 101, Wellington, Ks. 67152. Phone 620-326-3395. EOE
