County of Cumberland
790 E. Commerce St.
Bridgeton, N.J. 08302
856-453-2121
cumberlandcountynj.gov
October 26, 2011
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Public Safety Telecommunicator – Trainee
Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
Starting Salary: $30,660
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Duties: Reports to the Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator; performs duties under close supervision; receives and transmits police, fire, other emergency alarms and telephone requests and communicates to appropriate agencies and personnel; studies the operation of a variety of equipment including terminal-computer oriented data processing and communications equipment; learns to work rapidly and accurately under time pressures, distractions and stress; observes how information is received and maintained and ensures confidentiality; cooperates with supervisory officers and PSTs to assure accurate and prompt handling of all calls; related work as required.
Requirements: Ability to speak clearly and concisely in a pleasant manner under stressful circumstances. Ability to quickly comprehend written and oral explanations and demonstrations. Ability to work rapidly and accurately under pressure of time, distractions and stress. Familiarity with basic laws and regulations, including the laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures of the FCC helpful. Ability to function harmoniously in an organized and effective teamwork environment dependent upon responsiveness and accuracy.
Note: Must successfully complete PST training course to retain position. Requires 12-hour shifts of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness screening and criminal background checks.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, work history and certificate copies to the Director of Personnel at Joero@co.cumberland.nj.us Or fax to 856-453-0361. Deadline is November 4, 2011.
The County of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer