Emergency Services Dispatcher

Join Our Team as a 911 Telecommunicator! Are you looking for a fulfilling and dynamic career opportunity? Hutchinson Reno County Emergency Communications (HRCEC) is on the lookout for dedicated individuals to join our team on the forefront of emergency response. About Us At HRCEC, we pride ourselves on our commitment to employing cutting‑edge technology and industry‑leading practices to serve 39 agencies within Reno County. As a telecommunicator, you’ll be the crucial first point of contact, playing a pivotal role in emergency situations. What We Offer Exciting Challenges: Experience the thrill of a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same. Team Experience: Join a collaborative team environment with support and camaraderie among America’s "First‑First Responders". Real‑Life Experiences: From remote deployments during large events, concerts, festivals, and fairs to on‑the‑ground training opportunities, you’ll gain invaluable real‑life experiences. Comprehensive Training: Benefit from paid training where you’ll acquire the essential skills needed to excel in your role. Career Progression: Opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization. Compensation and Benefits Competitive Wages : Starting from $19.96 hourly with step increases as your training progresses. Additional rate increases are provided based on performance achievements. Comprehensive Benefits : Including dental, health, and vision insurance, KPERS retirement, life insurance, and more. Paid Time Off : Enjoy paid vacation and sick leave to maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Employee Assistance Programs : Access resources to support your well‑being both in and out of the workplace. Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts : Medical & Dependent Care Retirement : KPERS & 457 Retirement Savings Plan Insured Disability Life Insurance & Optional Voluntary Life Insurance Death Benefit Service‑Connected Death Benefits Vacation Leave, Sick Leave & City Designated Holidays Employee Assistance Program 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. Automatic Disqualifiers No convictions, expunged convictions, or placement on diversion by any state or federal government for a felony. No convictions, expunged convictions, or placement on diversion by any state or federal government for a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Is the holder of a high school diploma or furnishes evidence of successful completion of an examination indicating an equivalent achievement. Is of good moral character. Satisfies 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. Has not been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest to, or received diversion on serious traffic violation within the past five years. Has not been convicted of a crime involving an act of dishonesty. What You'll Need for Success Education: A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience: 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. For more information see the full job description attached. Equal Opportunity Employer City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. All employees will be asked to consent to background and drug screening prior to starting employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr