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WorkSource Oregon Communications Technician I (911 Dispatcher) in LA GRANDE, Oregon
Requirements: * High School Diploma or equivalent. * 1 year general clerical experience. * Valid driver\'s license to drive employer vehicle or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire. * Type 30 words per minute. * 1 year general clerical experience with advanced knowledge of English grammar, spelling and the use of office equipment. * Pass typing, written, oral, dispatch simulator, hearing, medical (including drug screening and psychological examination) tests and an extensive background investigation. * Pass DPSST standards for hearing. * Have or obtain within 1 year of employment Basic Telecommunicator Certificate from DPSST or within the timeline established by Oregon Administrative Rule. * Obtain within 6 months of hire: LEDS certification, CPR/first Aid Care, and Emergency Medical Dispatch training. * Will be required to work all shifts and days of the week. Duties: * Receive incoming 911 calls for the protection of life and property. * Provide emergency medical information, contact and dispatch emergency staff and vehicles. * Other assigned communications and public safety duties to emergency and non-emergency situations. Wage and benefits: * \$3,529 - 5,122 per month, plus additional pay for education degrees. * Family medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, life and disability insurance, Life Flight, vacation, holiday and sick pay, and educational incentives.