Nevada 911 Jobs

Full-Time Dispatcher

Emergency Communications Dispatcher – Sparks, NV (Continuous Recruitment)

Receive 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls; dispatch assignments according to established police and fire procedures; operate various communications center equipment

$43,368.00 – $55,244.80 Annually

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Communications Specialist – REMSA – Reno, NV

Duties:

Within this general framework, this position is accountable for the following functions:

Responsible for assisting with the day to day operation of the REMSA communications center.
Utilization of the STAR CARE guidelines.
Answer requests for emergency medical service utilizing provided MPDS cards for proper prioritization and pre-arrival instructions.
Meeting NAEMD compliance standards.
Re-post units following the System Status Plan in an expedient manner and maintain the System Status Plan accordingly.
Take requests and dispatch the appropriate resources following approved policies and procedures.
Ensure safety of flight crews with flight following according to Dispatch policy.
Ensure safety of ground crews according to Dispatch policy.
Having a strong knowledge of Care Flight response areas and other dispatched agencies response areas.
Acquire and maintain knowledge of latitude and longitude usage, and aviation weather requirements.
Maintain proficiency in flight following both with and without computer resources.
Maintain accurate and true records for both ground and air resources.
Receive and complete requests for services which are non-call related from management and other individuals in a courteous and professional manner.
Provide professional, considerate, and courteous service to all customers regardless of who they are.
Ensure that scheduled transports are handled in a timely manner.
Responsible for developing and implementing duties and activities as assigned.
Promote high quality professional service to all personnel by setting examples of good work ethic, attitude, and other examples.
Recommend changes to management as necessary to improve service, better clarify policies or procedures, and any other matters that may occur.
Responsible for ensuring a high degree of customer satisfaction.
Participate in Public relation and education events as required.
Proficiency with EOC, MCI, Aircraft incident, Hazmat, Disaster plans, with the ability to assist management during any incident.
Perform any other duties assigned or requested.

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Executive Director

Executive Director – Snohomish County Emergency Radio System(SERS) – Snohomish County, WA

Snohomish County, WA (pop. 787,620) Located in northwest Washington, nestled between the sparkling blue waters of Puget Sound and the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Mountains, Snohomish County is surrounded by spectacular natural wonders and scenery. Serving as the backcountry to Seattle, it is located just 12 miles north of Seattle and just under 100 miles from Vancouver, Canada, and a short ferry ride from the San Juan Islands or the Olympic Mountains. This location enables visitors and residents to easily explore the entire Pacific Northwest. Snohomish County offers a quality of life influenced by spectacular scenery, a wide variety of recreational opportunities in its forest and mountain wildlife sanctuaries and a strong commitment to cultural diversity. It offers major urban centers, historic villages, rural retreats and seaside ports. The Executive Director will be instrumental in the implementation, transition to and the operation of the new P25 digital radio system. The Executive Director will be the lead contact for the Request for Proposals (RFP) review as well as the lead contact for the implementation, transition and operation of the system. Additionally, the Director will serve as the communicator for the organization when presentations are made to elected officials as well as citizen groups for funding requests. Upon successful implementation of the new P25 system, the Director will oversee the day-to-day operation of the system, ensuring the overall reliability and operational effectiveness of the system.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experiences:

• A demonstrated record of project management or lead contact for a Wide-area Trunked, Mobile Radio System with the ability to facilitate the development of a strong solutions based, customer service focused organization. P 25 Trunked Radio System experience is preferred.

• A commitment to creative, problem-solving through teamwork and professionalism, outstanding supervisory and administrative skills and highly developed interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

• A participatory leadership style and ability to initiate and provide strong visioning in assisting a Board and its member agencies to identify, analyze and thoroughly deliberate and address policy questions which are critical to meeting the purpose and objectives of the organization.

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university is preferred; a master’s degree is desirable. Demonstrated project management experience or certification as a Professional Project Manager is preferred. Equivalent education, experience and/or other certifications will be considered. Residency within Snohomish County is preferred.

The starting salary range is $150,000 – $180,000 DOQ with an excellent benefits package. Apply online with resume, cover letter and contact information for five professional references by December 22, 2017 to the attention of Sarah McKee, Vice-President, GovHRUSA, 630 Dundee Road #130, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: (847) 380-3240.

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