Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Idaho

To apply for this position -- you must complete the Sheriff's Office application available at http://www.jcgov.us/jobs

Emergency Communications Officer -- 911 Emergency Dispatcher

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking qualified applicants for an Emergency Communications Officer.

Emergency Communication Officers start at $19.90 per hour (DOE) plus benefits. Applicants must submit a current law enforcement application with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office by 5:00PM no later than June 11, 2024.

Are you energetic, can you multi-task? Are you looking for more than a job? Find a career as a 911 Emergency Dispatcher. No experience necessary, on the job training. Competitive wage with paid time off and a comprehensive benefit package including life insurance, state retirement and an optional 401K program is offered.

Dispatch serves as the primary point of phone and radio contact for citizens requiring emergency law, fire, medical services and/or other assistance.

Duties include but are not limited to answering incoming emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching responders, giving lifesaving instructions over the phone, operating computers and 2-way radios.

Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent, able to work under stressful conditions, able to communicate effectively, must have good computer, typing (50 words per minute) and clerical skills and have experience working with the public. Familiarity with county geography is preferred.

Applicant must be at least age 18, a U.S. Citizen, and meet other requirements associated with qualifying to work in law enforcement.

Applicant must be available all days and shifts. The shifts are rotating and are made up of three -12 hour shifts and one - 4 hour shift per week.

Selection process consists of aptitude test, typing test, an oral board interview, completion of a thorough background investigation and polygraph exam. Jefferson County is a drug free workplace.

Come be a part of our team!!

Applications are available at Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 200 Courthouse Way, Rigby, IDAHO 83442

Application available to download online at http://www.jcgov.us/jobs

(be sure to use the Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement application)

Applications will need to be returned to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office by June 11,2024 by 5:00 pm and should include a resume.

Questions contact Erika Blom – Dispatch Supervisor -- 208-745-9210

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.90 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person