Douglas County Seeks Qualified Emergency Communications Specialists
Minden, NV – Douglas County 911 Emergency Services announces an urgent and competitive recruitment call for Emergency Communications Specialist positions. In this fast-paced, engaging, and rewarding role, the Emergency Communications Specialist is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services.
The County has three positions available, and offers a competitive salary (starting at $25 hourly for qualified applicants, and $27 hourly for experienced dispatchers up to $32.48 hourly), a $500 sign-on bonus (paid at 6 months of employment), and benefits. Candidates can click here for the official job listing.
The Emergency Communications Specialist services Douglas County Sheriff's Office, East Fork Fire Protection District, Tahoe-Douglas Fire Protection District, Washoe Tribal Police, and Alpine County; takes emergency and non-emergency calls for animal control and general improvement districts and other utilities; and keeps track of a wide variety of public safety responders, resources, personnel, incidents, and trends. The position identifies and dispatches appropriate public safety units and complies with County policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all public safety responders and the public.
In addition, the Emergency Communications Specialist receives, screens, and takes appropriate action on all emergency service calls to include 911 calls from the public requesting law enforcement, fire and EMS; determines nature and location of emergency and priority, and dispatches emergency responders/units as necessary in accordance with established department policies and procedures; and relays pertinent information to law enforcement and emergency services officers in a concise, organized, and understandable manner.
Benefits include health insurance, vacation, sick leave, 13 paid holidays per year, employer-paid PERS retirement, and a friendly work environment.
Click here to view the official job listing and apply today!