Job Summary

W hat makes our team successful?

• Teamwork. Our team relies on each other to get the job done. We work together to provide emergency communication services for over 400,000 residents across three counties.
• Multi-tasking. Our team answers, classifies and prioritizes all 911 and non-emergency calls. We keep caller’s calm; dispatch emergency services; and provide assistance, resources or information while operating multiple systems - All at the same time.
• Resiliency. Our team members have the unique ability to maintain composure and adapt quickly while working under pressure through difficult situations- but no one must do it alone. We provide resources and support one another so we can continue to help others. Saving lives starts with us!
• Purpose. Our team makes a difference every day with every call. A career in 911 can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. Your Calling Starts Here!

What can we offer for all your hard work?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies
• Competitive pay
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• Bonus perk - we have the best team to work with, onsite exercise equipment, and more!

***Please read the following steps carefully***

• To be considered all applicants must complete the following steps:

• Complete a city job application.
• Answer supplemental questions
• Email WVCCcareers@cityofsalem.net to receive a link to the Criticall test.

Lateral Transfer Requirements/Minimum Requirements:

• Must be currently, or in the last 12 months, employed as a Telecommunicator and have 3 years’ experience dispatching Law enforcement for a municipality, state, or federal agency. This must be listed in your work history and verified to qualify for consideration for this position.
• Must pass the pre-employment drug test (including marijuana)
• Must pass the pre-employment background check, criminal background check, and psychological exam.
• Must pass the Criticall test (Typing requirement: 35 wpm with 95% accuracy).
• Must be willing to work overtime and a variety of rotating shifts including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Pass a vision and hearing examination.
  • Vision and Hearing: Oregon's minimum standards to work as a Tele-communicator and background can be found in https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/displayDivisionRules.action?selectedDivision=822.
• Successful completion of the Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) and Basic Tele-communicator courses provided by WVCC by the end probationary period.
• Graduation from high school or a G.E.D. and experience in performing high-activity call receiving work, communicating via telephone equipment, or dealing with emergency related requests from the public.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Current DPSST Telecommunicator certification is preferred but not required
• Out-of-State agency experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility.
• Must be able to obtain required DPSST state certification during the probationary period.
• Must pass Criticall testing to move forward. Please email WVCCcareers@cityofsalem.net to receive a link to the test.

About us:
Willamette Valley Communications Center (WVCC) is a division of the City of Salem and the Salem Fire Department. WVCC dispatches for 29 Police, Fire, and Medical agencies in Lincoln, Polk, and Marion counties in a 24/7, 365-day center.

The City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon. Located in the lush Willamette Valley, Salem is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 170,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings.

A full-service City, Salem has eight primary departments:
Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Urban Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members.

The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department.

Where can I find out more about the position?

How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your application.

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.

Next Steps:
Skills Testing:
Successful candidates that pass the Criticall skills testing will be invited to sign up for an interview.

Interviews:
Successful candidates that pass the interviews will be moved forward to the background investigation phase of the process.

Tentative Hire Date: September 2023.

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