9-1-1 Calltaker

 

 

 

9-1-1 Calltaker

Starting salary $37,688.00* after training**

 

Shift: Rotating

 

We are looking for desirable candidates with a high degree of self-discipline to organize and prioritize job duties. Have the ability to maintain a professional attitude and are customer service oriented.  We are looking for candidates who are team players, possesses good common sense and are committed to their personal and professional growth.

 

We offer paid training leading to a Telecommunicator I position.  Pre-employment testing are conducted several times a year and they correspond to the 9-1-1 Training schedule. Candidates will develop proficiency in receiving and relaying 9-1-1 emergency service calls. 

 

Benefits are available 90 days after full-time employment and  includes medical coverage with prescription drug plan; Life, AD&D and LTD insurance; Dental and Vision available; Paid vacation, sick, personal and paid holidays.  Free College Education.

 

Eligibility for training includes the following: High school Diploma / GED Typing and computer proficiency Passing pre-employment testing and interview Passing a Criminal background check

 

*Based on built-in overtime WITHOUT working extra hours.

**Training meets Monday through Friday and runs approximately 3 months at $11.00/hour; if APCO certified $15.02/hour.  Telecommunicator work schedules are 4 days on-duty/4 days off (12 hour shifts).  The 4 days on duty are 2 – 12 hour day shifts and then 2 – 12 hour night shifts with the shifts running from 0700-1900 (day shift) and 1900-0700 (night shift). 

 

To obtain an application, call 610-344-5000 or download an application from our website at www.chesco.org and send it to Chester County Department of Emergency Services, 601 Westtown Road, Suite 12, West Chester, PA 19380, Attn.: Employment Coordinator.