Dispatcher – Communications Officer

Full time Communications Officer/Dispatcher position. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be fingerprinted and subjected to a background check. Will process incoming calls from the public from emergency and non-emergency telephone lines. Relay pertinent information to Sheriff, Police, Highway Patrol, Fire and EMS. Will be responsible for operating radio communications equipment and performing related clerical tasks so must have good verbal and written communication skills and skills in operating computer systems. Will also be required within the first year of employment to attend a Public Safety Communicator course at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy. Required testing include: a 5-minute typing and spelling/grammar (basic) test arranged through Job Service.
Position open until filled.