911 Dispatcher

Are you looking for a stable, full-time position in a community-focused environment?

The City of Russell is seeking professional, reliable, and community-oriented individuals to join our team as a 911 Disptacher. This position provides a vital, life-saving service to our community by coordinating emergency efforts and working closely with public safety teams.

We Are One Russell. Situated at the crossroads of I-70 and US Highway 281, we are a community dedicated to family, friends, and neighbors, building a self-reliant future.

We prioritize a positive attitude and willingness to learn. We are happy to train the right person!

• Family health Family Dental and Vision Insurance
• KPERS Retirement Program Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Various optional benefit programs

This is a full-time position that requires shift work, involving both nights, weekends, and holidays. On-the-job training will be provided with opportunities for certification and continuing education.

• Utilize a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system to manage emergency calls and texts.
• Dispatch police, fire, and ambulance units based on established procedures.
• Monitor multiple public safety radio frequencies and track unit locations.
• Perform clerical tasks such as record keeping and data entry.
• Handle confidential information with high integrity.
• Ability to handle high-stress, fast-paced situations.
• Extended periods of sitting in a confined space, with the ability to occasionally lift over 50 pounds.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, background check, job placement assessment, and a 70% minimum score on the National Dispatcher Selection Test
• No residency requirement, but a 20-minute response time for on-call/emergency situations is required.

Position open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. EEO/ADA.