Dispatcher

South Metro Fire Rescue•Centennial, CO

49d•$61,217 - $89,351•Onsite

About The Position

Accepting ongoing applications for an Emergency Services Dispatcher. Our Emergency Communications Center is an IAES & ACE Accredited Dispatch Center that responds to an average of 48,000 calls per year and serves as secondary PSAP dispatching EMS and Fire resources. Dispatchers function at all positions on a rotation: call taking, radio, system status, operations talk groups, and support.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma, GED, or post-high school education at a technical or college level.
Two (2) years of public safety dispatching or 911 call center experience is preferred.
Candidates with less experience who possess comparable public safety experience will also be considered including military communications.
Successfully passing a CritiCall test.
Successfully passing a panel interview.
Attach a copy of their resume and cover letter with their application package.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of public safety dispatching or 911 call center experience.
Comparable public safety experience including military communications.

Responsibilities

Function at all positions on a rotation: call taking, radio, system status, operations talk groups, and support.

Benefits

Holiday pay for holidays worked
Growth opportunities: Lead Dispatcher, Dispatch Supervisor
Specialties: Incident Dispatch Team (IDT), Certified Training Officer (CTO), Public Education Team
Candidates progress through an annual pay progression based on performance and meeting the requirements of the next pay tier
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
PTO plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Retiree Health Savings
Death & Disability
Employer paid pension contributions
Robust Fitness, Wellness and Rehabilitation Program
Educational opportunities and support