DefinitionThis is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The base rate of pay for this position is $22.45 per hour.
The Office of Emergency Management is seeking a
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER I to join their team. This position performs work involved with 9-1-1 call taking and emergency service dispatching from a communications center. This is an entry level training position for the 9-1-1 Center and is used to train employees to take emergency and non-emergency phone calls, and to dispatch emergency medical and fire services.
Details: Priority screening will begin on
Tuesday, October 8, 2024. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
TO APPLY: - Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested.
- Please include with a complete application the following attachments: Documentation of Highschool graduation or GED certification (unofficial college transcripts will also be accepted), and a copy of a valid drivers license or a state issued ID card, and a resume.
- Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.
Representative Examples of WorkWorks as part of an effective team to provide public safety emergency communications. Receives telephone calls to 9-1-1 from citizens seeking assistance. Gathers information from callers and initiates the appropriate response to information received. Prioritizes telephone calls, and radio communications from the public and emergency service agencies concerning emergency and non-emergency situations. Records and updates pertinent information in the CAD (computer aided dispatch) system and relays information to appropriate agencies and individuals. Makes referrals to other community resources. Monitors and communicates using radio frequencies, to dispatch and coordinate activities of emergency service fire and medical agencies. Receives training and certification in CPR and EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch), and provides instruction in first aid prior to arrival of first responders. Assists in training new employees as assigned by the Training Coordinator and provides documentation of trainees' progress for use in their evaluations. Performs routine equipment checks to insure proper function, and reports any failure or malfunction to the technical support staff. Maintains and updates records and resources, both hard copy and computerized.
Minimum Qualifications- Requires high school graduation or GED.
- Requires one (1) year experience working in an environment that involved public contact.
- SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employment is subject to a background investigation which is conducted by the Sheriff's Department. Successful candidates must pass hearing and drug screening provided by the County. Employees must attain and maintain CPR & EMD certification; and CJIN, NCIC and POST certifications as a condition of employment.
Physical/Environmental DemandsRequires working rotating shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours, but not to exceed 14 hours in length; working nights and weekends; and working overtime shifts as needed to provide coverage for a 24/7/365 emergency communications center. Requires providing contact information to include primary and alternate contact information for emergency scheduling. May require carrying a pager as assigned and serving in an “on call” capacity as assigned. Requires exposure to a stressful environment. Work is primarily performed in a communications center and requires long periods of sitting at a computer terminal and performing data entry while wearing a headset. Some bending, reaching and lifting in the light ranges is involved. Requires hearing which falls within normal limits for both pure tones and speech, per audiogram. (An average will be taken of 500, 1000, 2000, 3000HZ. The applicant must have an average threshold of 20dBHL in each ear.) May require some travel for training or meetings.
Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.
This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:
Excellent Medical Health Benefits– Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.
Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.
Flexible Benefits Plan– Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.
Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.
Public Employees Retirement System– Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.
Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)– A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.
Sick Leave– Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Vacation Leave– Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.
Holidays– The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.
Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.
Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.
