Emergency Communications Specialist

Full time | Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs | United States

Posted On 07/15/2026

Job Information

Position Number 704092

$52,933.00 - DOE/DOQ

Close Date 10/30/2026

Job Opening Status Open

Communications

City Warm Springs

State/Province Oregon

97761

Job Description

Perform technical support duties in law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services communication, which includes the reception, monitoring and transmission of oral messages over a variety of communication networks and systems. Work in stressful, fast paced and rapidly evolving situations, working rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to type 40-wpm and ability to read and follow written and oral instructions.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older. No felony convictions on record and no misdemeanor convictions within one year of application. Valid Oregon drivers license with insurance. Must possess or be able to acquire within eighteen months of initial appointment, a Basic DPSST certification, and Emergency Medical Dispatch certification. Valid First Aid and CPR certification desirable but not required. Will be required to submit to and pass a physiological evaluation and an in-depth per-employment background investigation in accordance with PL 101-630 (Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act), PL-90-618 (Gun Control Act) and PL 101-647 (Crime Control Act of 1990). Must also submit and pass a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.

Benefits include: Excellent medical insurance with low annual maximum-out-of-pocket costs, plus vision and dental. Available flex spending plan for daycare and medical costs. Also available are numerous supplemental insurance packages. 401(k) or ROTH retirement with up to 5% employer matching after one year of employment. Twelve days of paid holidays and Personal time off (PTO) accruing at 130 hours annually withincreases after three years of service.