Dispatcher EMPLYOMENT OPPORTUNITY TOWN OF PALMER POLICE DEPARTMENT FULL-TIME EMERGENCY TELECOMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER The Town of Palmer is seeking applications for a full-time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher for the Palmer Police Department. This is a 40-per hour week position covered by a union contract with a complete benefit package, including health care and county retirement. The current position available consists of a 5-day on 2-day off work schedule that will encompass nights, weekends and holidays. Successful applicants are expected to work overtime to fill vacant shifts, when available. Starting salary for this position is $16.57 per hour with a .50 cent per hour raise after the successful completion of a six-month probationary term. Applicants will be required to pass one or more oral interviews, written & audio exam, medical exam, background investigation and other requirements set forth by the Town of Palmer. Minimum qualifications necessary are a high school diploma or GED and experience in the use of personal computers operating in a Microsoft Windows environment. Applicants familiar with IMC software and with previous dispatching experience and or hold certifications in CJIS, Vesta Pallas E-911, Apco or other Basic Telecommunicator Course, Suicide Prevention, CPR and First Responder will be given preference. We will consider other qualified applicants. Job descriptions and applications are available at the Town Manager's Office, 4417 Main St. Palmer, MA from Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and will be accepted until the position is filled. Palmer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer
