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Cortland County Dispatcher in Cortland, New York
CORTLAND COUNTY PERSONNEL/CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT60 Central Avenue Cortland, NY 13045 607-753-5076 https://www.cortland-co.org/263/Personnel-Civil-ServiceNOTICE OF JOB VACANCY Job Title: Dispatcher - No Exam Required!The work involves responsibility for receiving and recording E911, police, fire and emergency medical services (EMS) calls and dispatching the appropriate law enforcement agency, firefighters, paramedics and equipment to the scene. The incumbent is required to operate computers, related peripheral equipment, radios, telephones and a variety of other emergency communications equipment in order to receive and relay police, fire, emergency medical service and other personnel to incidents and emergencies. Dispatchers must maintain a high degree of alertness, accuracy and a steady demeanor in responding to crisis situations. Dispatchers perform a wide variety of clerical duties related to their communication functions. The work is performed in accordance with established policy under the general supervision of the Dispatch Coordinator. Does related work as required.Work Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week with benefitsSalary: $27.2602-$39.5459 (CSEA-ERAC Union)Location: Cortland County Emergency Response and CommunicationsStatus: Non-Competitive, ProbationaryBenefits: New York State Retirement System, Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan, Generous Paid Time Off including 13 Paid Holidays, Tuition Assistance available after two years of service.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The following certifications: Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), Public Safety Tele communicator through APCO, and NYS E-Justice (Police Network) must be obtained within one (1) year of appointment. Failure to obtain and/or maintain all of the above noted certifications will result in dismissal.Pre-employment screenings required. SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR EMAIL TO: pers-dept@cortland-co.orgApplication: https://www.cortland-co.org/266/JobExam-ApplicationAPPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE CORTLAND COUNTY EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. EOE Cortland County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.