Putnam - Certified Dispatcher
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Certified Part-Time Emergency Services Dispatcher
The Putnam Special Service District is seeking a part time certified Emergency Services Dispatcher for the the Putnam Police Department’s Communications Center. Hours will primarily be weekends and holidays with opportunities for additional shifts.
Duties include but are not limited to receiving 911 calls, dispatching police, fire and EMS, use of various information databases including COLLECT/NCIC, use of Dispatch CAD software and answering general inquiry phone calls.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and must pass a thorough background investigation and physical exam, including drug screening. Applicants must demonstrate effective oral and written interpersonal skills, along with the ability to multi-task, maintain composure, communicate and elicit information quickly and accurately under stressful situations.
Preferred applicants will have State of Connecticut Telecommunicator Certification and PowerPhone EMD certification.
Applicants are asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and copies of certifications to the Putnam Police Department at 189 Church Street Putnam, CT. Attention Chief Chris Ferace.
Please direct questions regarding this position to christopher.ferace@putnampolice.com
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.