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SalaryThe City of Owensboro is taking applications for the following positions:
TELECOMMUNICATOR & CALLTAKER
In the Central Dispatch Unit at the Owensboro Police Dept.
MANDATORY TESTING – April 9, 2024
Test notices with further information and assigned testing session will be emailed to applicants.
Minimum Education/Experience Requirements:
Telecommunicator - Requires High school diploma or G.E.D. Associates Degree preferred but not required. Requires strong attention to detail, computer, and communication skills, and ability to deal with stressful situations. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Calltaker - Requires High school diploma or G.E.D. Requires strong attention to detail, computer, and communication skills, and ability to deal with stressful situations. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Telecommunicator Job Summary: This a full-time, non-civil service position in the Central Dispatch Unit. Work hours are generally 8 hour days (40 hours a week). Overtime may be required as needed. Shift work required, including weekends and holidays. Travel required (for training purposes, etc.). Initial training period consists of 4.5 weeks in Richmond, KY at the Academy. This is a full time position.
Calltaker Job Summary: This is an intermittent (part time), non-civil service position in the Central Dispatch Unit. Work hours are generally less than 100 hours per month on average. Shift work required, including weekends and holidays. Travel may be required (for training purposes, etc.). This position is an intermittent (part time) position.
Compensation and Benefits. Pursuant to applicable policy, the minimum starting pay is as follows: Telecommunicator full time: $23.2088/hour + eligible for the City of Owensboro benefit package
Calltaker intermittent (part time) $17.5289/hour, except as mandated, there is no benefit package
TO APPLY: In order to be considered for the April 9th test date, your application must be received by 12:00 pm (noon) on March 29, 2024. To apply, visit www.owensboro.org/police or www.owensboro.org and click on Employment Opportunities, then click on the position you are interested in and follow instructions. If you have any questions or want to confirm receipt of your application, please contact Jo Hall at 270-687-8861.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $23.21 per hour
Ability to Relocate:
- Owensboro, KY 42303: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
