Telecommunicator ; Part-Time-(Posting

Job Description

This position performs technical work dispatching law enforcement, medical, fire, rescue and other equipment and personnel in response to emergency and non-emergency situations. The role requires working at a communications console for extended periods, analyzing communications, detailed accurate typing, and speaking distinctly. Applicants must deal courteously with the public and emergency responders under stressful conditions and work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

• High school graduation or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DCI (Division of Criminal Investigations), Basic Telecommunicator, EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) and CPR certifications.
• Preferred experience in computerized dispatching or in law‑enforcement, EMS, or fire dispatching, and knowledge of the Halifax County area.
• Shift work with scheduled shifts.
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute.

The position requires the ability to type 45 wpm.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.74 per hour. The part‑time position requires approximately 16–29 hours per week.

Official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and transcripts (official for final assessment). Completion of the HR1107 is required; resume or other supplemental documents are not accepted. All portions of the application must be fully completed. The application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date. A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.

Halifax County Human Resources Management
26 North King Street (Next to the Historic Courthouse)
Post Office Box 646
Halifax, North Carolina
Telephone:

EOE/M/F/V/D