Emergency Dispatcher (Term Position)

at  Yellowhead County

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Dispatch Supervisor, the 911 Dispatcher is responsible for 911 Call answer services, Dispatch Services and after-hours communications for Yellowhead County staff, partner municipalities and contracted clients.
Position Responsibilities

EDUCATION/SKILLS

• Minimum education of Grade 12 or equivalent;
• Post-secondary education in a related field is considered an asset;
• International Academies of Emergency Dispatch certification is considered an asset;
• Emergency Telecommunications certification is considered an asset;
• Experience in emergency dispatch or call-taking preferred;
• Basic training in office software preferred;
• Strong computer and typing skills preferred;
• Understanding of radio communication systems preferred;
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License;
• Completion of Defensive Driving;Valid Standard First Aid/CPR;

Please refer the Job description for details