Telecommunicator Job Listing at City of Columbia,SC in Columbia, SC (Job ID 42048)

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The purpose of this position is to receive in-coming emergency and non-emergency calls in the City's Central E-9-1-1 Emergency Communications Center; to dispatch and process calls requiring emergency actions by EMS, Fire, Police and Sheriff Departments, and for receipt, transmitting, dispatching and processing radio and telephone messages, including routine EMS, Fire, Police and Sheriff reports and requests for information.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school, vocational school or GED with one (1) year work experience in a fast paced emergency communications environment for a law, fire or EMS agency operating computer terminals and handling Emergency 9-1-1 calls for services.
Special Requirements
TYPING TEST REQUIRED. Selected applicant must have the ability to type. Preference may be given to applicant who posses and maintain a valid SC Class "D" Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record. Must have knowledge of personal computer equipment with skill in the use of Microsoft Office preferred, utilizing word processing software programs. Must possess or be able to obtain NCIC certification within six (6) months from date of hire or promotion. Must possess or be able to obtain 911 certification from the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy and First Responder certification within one (1) year from date of hire or promotion. May be required to complete additional training and certifications as deemed necessary by supervisor. Must have excellent communications skills and be able to speak clearly and distinctly. As emergency personnel must have available transportation and must be assessable by phone all hours and may be called-in to work additional hours as may be needed and during emergencies. Shift work to include holidays, nights and weekends.
Special Notes
MUST SUBMIT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S) WITH APPLICATION.