Description of Work: Lee County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Communications Dispatchers in the Sheriff’s Department. Part-time and Full-time positions are available. Operates the emergency communication system; answers all emergency and non-emergency calls; receives complaints and requests for service; obtains necessary information and dispatches medical, fire and law enforcement personnel and/or advises callers of proper contact for assistance or information. Operates a computer terminal; transmits and receives information; enters medical, fire and law enforcement calls into computer aided dispatch system. Monitors radio channels for medical, fire and law enforcement agencies; maintains radio contact with dispatched personnel. Provides directions to responding units using a computer mapping system.
Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a clerical setting, working with computers, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements: Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.
Application Process: Submitted Applications may be obtained from and returned to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 1401 Elm St. Sanford, NC 27330. Position will remain open until filled.
Pre-employment drug testing and NC Criminal Background check are required. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply. Lee County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disabling condition in employment opportunities.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $41,456.00 - $52,856.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
Ability to Commute:
- Sanford, NC 27330 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sanford, NC 27330: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person