City of Twin Falls Hiring for Emergency Communications Officer at Twin Falls, ID Full Time

DATE: October 28, 2021

POSITION: Emergency Communication Officer

DEPARTMENT: City Communication Center

BI-WEEKLY STARTING SALARY: Entry level $1,547-Lateral starting range $1,654-$1,770

EFFECTIVE DATE: Upon selection

BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES: Medical & Dental Insurance, Vacation & Sick Leave (accrued bi-weekly), Paid

Holidays (12), Paid Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Family Bonding Leave,

Wellness Program and Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho-P.E.R.S.I.

$2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS: The City of Twin Falls is offering a sign on bonus with the completion of the

following steps for Emergency Communications Officers:

• When the recruit successfully completes the hiring process and at the conclusion of the first payroll period,

they will receive $500.

• When the recruit completes training and moves to “independent call taker status”, they will receive $500.
• When the recruit completes the first year of employment, they will receive $1,000.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The primary function of an Emergency Communication Officer

(E.C.O.) is to answer emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance and information. Must evaluate and

process requests for emergency and non-emergency service in a fast, courteous, and efficient manner using

computers, multi-line telephone, radio, or 911 systems. The E.C.O. relays information to emergency response

personnel, performs emergency medical dispatch, crisis intervention services and maintains contact with callers

until responders arrive. The E.C.O. requires strong communication skills and the ability to provide life saving

instructions when needed.

The E.C.O. will determine and assign the level of priority of the call, enter data into a computer-aided dispatch

(CAD) operating system, scan responder status, and record details about the call. Enters and modifies

information into local, state, and national computer databases. The principal duties of this position are

performed in an office environment in which the employee may be subject to stressful and emotional situations.

Emergency Communication Officers must work varying hours including night, weekend and/or

holiday shifts in a general 24-hour office environment. The current 40-hour work week includes a 10

or 12-hour shift and a three-day weekend every other week. Shifts begin at either 6:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.

and schedules change from days to nights at two-month intervals.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 19 years or older at the time of employment; have a high school diploma or G.E.D.

and have no disqualifying criminal history. Must have some experience and/or training in clerical work or related

field, the operation of standard office equipment such as a personal computer, basic software applications and

multiple-line telephone. Prior experience in emergency services dispatch or communications is desirable

but not required.

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must demonstrate awareness to the reaction of others, attention to

detail, problem solving and both verbal and written communication skills. Must have excellent interpersonal

skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals. Remain calm and stay focused under stressful

situations.

A complete and thorough background investigation, psychological evaluation, polygraph, and pre-employment

drug and hearing test are required. Candidates must obtain a POST Basic Certification within 18 months of hire.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested individuals should submit an online application using the

following link: Emergency Communication Officer.

1. A completed City of Twin Falls application;

2. Two computer assessments:
a. Personal Evaluation Profile – select from multiple choice answers;

b. Criticall Dispatch Practice Test – listen to calls, dispatch police or fire, data entry;

3. Submit a $20.00 testing fee.

Computer Assessments: After submitting your application, please call the Human Resources Office to schedule

an appointment. Payment is due at the time you take your test. Included in this packet is an overview of the

Criticall test, a list of the skills that will be evaluated, and the administrative guidelines for answering the questions.

Applicants who successfully complete the computer assessments will be called for an oral interview. This posting

will remain open until a suitable pool of applicants has been compiled.

For additional information, please call Human Resources at 208-735-7251 or email [email protected].

An Equal Opportunity Employer – Drug Free Workplace

Qualified veterans who provide required documentation will be given preference in accordance with Idaho state law.