JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB DESCRIPTION: Duties consist of a wide variety of
communications-related tasks including reporting for work in a regular
and predictable manner, answering administrative, non-emergency and
emergency 9-1-1 calls, tracking status of emergency services units,
providing information to Police, Fire, EMS and other emergency
personnel, monitoring radio and teletype traffic, responding to
direct-line building and fire alarms, answering calls from deaf persons
using a telephonic device for the deaf, monitoring NOAA weather
services, testing emergency personnel radio and paging system,
maintaining knowledge of emergency communications devices, rules,
procedures, ordinances and laws, and performing other assigned tasks.
All duties and responsibilities will be performed in accordance with
established policies and procedures. Individuals will be required to
work nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as shift
rotations dictate. * ** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements include U.S. Citizenship; 18 years of age;
high school diploma or equivalent; valid Wisconsin driver's license; no
felony convictions; excellent communications skills including the
ability to hear, speak, write and understand written, verbal and
audio/visual media in English; ability to sit for long periods of time
and work in an enclosed area; ability to comprehend and follow written
and verbal orders and policies; ability to mentally retain information
on a short and long term basis and to think and react quickly
demonstrating sound decisions and judgments; courteous, professional
public service attitude; keyboard skills with the ability to accurately
type a minimum of 35 words per minute; experience with and knowledge of
computers. Prior experience in law enforcement or EMS preferred but not
required. Must have ability to work under stressful situations, ability
to multi-task, be self-motivated and have the ability to work
independently as well as part of a team. Successful applicants will be
subjected to oral interview, practical exam, medical, psychological and
drug screenings, and extensive background investigation. Must complete a
one year probationary period. * ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online:
https://www.co.lincoln.wi.us/administration/job-opening/911-telecommunication-officer-2
