Emergency Services Dispatcher

City of HutchinsonHutchinson, KS
Onsite

About The Position

Hutchinson Reno County Emergency Communications (HRCEC) is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team on the forefront of emergency response. HRCEC utilizes cutting-edge technology and industry-leading practices to serve 39 agencies within Reno County. As a telecommunicator, you will be the crucial first point of contact, playing a pivotal role in emergency situations.

Requirements

  • Desire for challenges and ability to thrive under pressure.
  • Willingness to make critical decisions in high-stress situations.
  • Flexibility to work unconventional schedules based on community needs.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • All applicants will undergo a formal background check.
  • No convictions, expunged convictions, or placement on diversion by any state or federal government for a felony or its equivalent under the uniform code of military justice.
  • No convictions, expunged convictions, or placement on diversion by any state or federal government for a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or its equivalent under the uniform code of military justice.
  • Furnish evidence of successful completion of an examination indicating an equivalent achievement (if no high school diploma).
  • Be of good moral character.
  • Satisfy all requirements set forth by the City of Hutchinson.
  • If military service has been rendered, DD214 must reflect a separation code and an honorable discharge or a discharge under honorable conditions.
  • Not falsified, intentionally misrepresented, or have not been completely truthful or have not fully disclosed ALL information requested on a questionnaire, document, or application as part of the pre-employment process.
  • Has not been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest to, or received diversion on serious traffic violation within the past five years (Serious traffic violations include, but not limited to DIU, reckless driving, hit and run, vehicular homicide, and eluding a police officer).
  • Has not been convicted of a crime involving an act of dishonesty, to include but not limited to theft, insufficient funds (checks), fraud, false police reports, etc. (If convicted as a juvenile of any of these listed acts, each case will be reviewed to determine if it disqualifies you for further employment consideration).

Nice To Haves

  • Similar or related experience is preferred.
  • Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the crucial first point of contact in emergency situations.
  • Play a pivotal role in emergency situations.
  • Work unconventional schedules based on community needs.

Benefits

  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Competitive Wages (Starting from $19.01 hourly with step increases)
  • Additional rate increases based on performance achievements
  • Dental, health, and vision insurance
  • KPERS retirement
  • 457 Retirement Savings Plan
  • Life insurance
  • Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Death Benefit
  • Service-Connected Death Benefits
  • Paid vacation
  • Sick leave
  • City Designated Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible spending accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
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