Full-time Emergency Telecommunicator

The Town of Sandwich is currently hiring for Full-time positions for Public Safety Emergency Telecommunicators. Successful candidates will be scheduled 40 hours per week out of the Sandwich Emergency Communications Center at the Sandwich Police Department.

Telecommunicators work under the general direction of the shift commander and the Emergency Communications Supervisor in conformance with departmental regulations applicable provisions of Massachusetts General Laws applicable Federal Laws local by-laws and professional standards. Candidates will operate communication systems utilizing radio telephone and computer equipment to receive 911 emergency and routine calls requesting police fire and EMS services; provides information to the public; dispatches public safety personnel and equipment in response to service requests and to organize and coordinate the activities of field units; maintains records of activities in response to service requests; and performs related work as required.

The successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to multitask under pressure. Qualified applicants should possess E911 Next Generation Equipment Certification 40 Hour Public Safety Basic Telecommunicators certifications 32 Hour APCO Emergency Medical Dispatching Certification BLS CPR Card. If candidate is lacking certifications and meets pre-screen qualifications candidate will be provided training through the Massachusetts State 911 Department academy and our in-house training program.

The current hourly rate for Full-Time positions is $29.39. Lateral applicants may start at a higher rate of pay depending on the number of years experience. Please submit a town application resume and letter of interest with copies of certifications to: Public Safety Dispatcher Search Attention: Human Resources Department 100 Route 6A Sandwich MA 02563 or e-mail for questions or to send in information. A criminal background check will be performed upon receipt of application to determine eligibility to move forward in the hiring process . Sandwich is an EOE/AA Employer.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants should possess E911 Next Generation Equipment Certification 40 Hour Public Safety Basic Telecommunicators certifications 32 Hour APCO Emergency Medical Dispatching Certification BLS CPR Card. If candidate is lacking certifications and meets pre-screen qualifications candidate will be provided training through the Massachusetts State 911 Department academy and our in-house training program.

Miscellaneous Information

Town will train.