Emergency Telecommunicator - Full Time

Job Title: 911 Telecommunicator (Dispatcher)

The Johnston County Communications Department has a full-time 911 Telecommunicator (Dispatcher) position available. Initial Telecommunicator candidates will receive an invitation to complete an online test assessment from a third party; The employees receive incoming routine and emergency calls related to the fire departments, law enforcement departments, rescue squads, emergency management, Red Cross, highway patrol, and animal control. Employees dispatch the proper personnel for assistance and maintain contact with units until the incident is resolved. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from sworn personnel. Work is often performed under stressful emergency conditions. The employee must be alert and possess the ability to make split second critical decisions regarding citizens lives and property. The employees are subject to inside environmental conditions. Work is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of reports by the Telecommunications Supervisor through feedback from officers and emergency management personnel. Preferred applicant is highly experienced and trained with DCI, EMD, EFD and/or EPD certifications. 2hrs/wk of Built-In Overtime (when released from Training Academy)

12 Paid County Holidays

Potential Earnings w/No Experience: $63,486.37

Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost!

Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more!