Denver 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Operator



Denver 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Operator

Salary

$20.20 - $29.49 Hourly

Location

80206, CO

Job Type

Unlimited Regular

Job Number

CN2517 16495

Department

Denver Police Dept. (DPD)

Opening Date

08/14/2017

Closing Date

9/24/2017 11:59 PM Mountain

About Us

The secret is out: Denver is the nation's top place to live, work, and play. Being the best place to live isn't easy; maintaining such a reputation means we need the best people working for the residents of Denver. People who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this city and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the city as a whole. Be a part of the city that you love. #WhereDenverWorks­­

Denver's 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Agency is staffed by public safety professionals who are trained to answer 9-1-1 and non-emergency telephone calls, as well as dispatch police, fire and paramedic resources. The 9-1-1 team works in partnership with Denver Police, Denver Fire and Denver Health Paramedics to ensure the safety and quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors in the City and County of Denver.

An Emergency Communications Operator is a call taking position that provides emergency and non-emergency telephone assistance to individuals who are calling Denver 9-1-1 for Police, Emergency Medical Services, and/or Fire and provides emergency medical dispatch triage and instructions over the phone.
 
Operators process a high volume of calls and texts, gathering information rapidly and entering it into the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system accurately. Operators also assess the priority for Police, Fire and/or Emergency Medical Services using exceptional listening, interviewing and problem solving skills while adhering to established procedures. 
 
At this time the Police Dispatcher position is also open for recruitment. If you are also interested in this position, please see the Police Dispatcher position on www.denvergov.org/jobs

About Our Job

  • This position is an essential personnel position and performs full performance emergency and non-emergency telephone assistance to individuals who are calling Denver-9-1-1 for Police, Emergency Medical Services, and/or Fire and provides emergency medical dispatch triage and instructions over the phone. 
  • Processes a high volume of phone calls and texts for the Police, Fire and Emergency Paramedic Departments under stressful and demanding emergency situations using the center's computerized telephone system.
  • Determines the Police, Fire, Medical or multi-discipline nature of the call, and if medical attention is required, immediately begins using Emergency Medical Dispatch methods over the phone.
  • Gathers information and rapidly/accurately enters it into the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system. 
  • Works independently in interviewing the caller to accurately assess the urgency of the incident and the proper response required by Fire, Police and/or Emergency Medical Services (EMS). 

The Denver 9-1-1 Emergency Communication Agency is a 24 hour, seven day a week operation, therefore, applicants must be willing to work the following:
· shift work (day, swing or graveyard)
· weekends
· holidays and
· overtime on short notice

Shift Incentive Differential:
Swing shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) receives an additional 7% above the current hourly rate of pay.

Graveyard shift (11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.) receives an additional 12% above the current hourly rate of pay.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:
  • Ability to think quickly
  • Ability to work under stressful conditions
  • Clear speech
  • Hearing accuracy
  • Ability to listen carefully
  • Visual acuity
  • Ability to deal with the public and user agencies
  • Ability to remember oral and written instructions
  • Ability to write clearly and spell correctly
  • Typing skills or keyboard familiarity
  • Ability to interface with the computer
  • Ability to remain calm while dealing with frightened, hysterical or angry callers

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate and two years of public contact experience dealing with individual problems and applying policies, procedures, and or legal guidelines and one year of computer user experience in a Microsoft Windows computer operating system environment or comparable operating system.
 
Possession of CPR Certification prior to the end of academy training and successfully recertification as required by the National Academy of Emergency Medical Dispatch during the employment.
 
Possession of EMD Certification issued by NAED prior to the end of academy training and successfully recertification as required by the National Academy of Emergency Medical Dispatch.
 
Must pass an initial pre-security clearance screening and maintain CBI (Colorado Bureau of Investigation) certification as a condition of employment.  Must take and pass an online test every two years to maintain certification.  
 

About Everything Else

 About the Process:
Step 1: Complete your application.


Step 2: Schedule yourself for testing. Go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and sign up for the ECOMM test. National Testing Network (NTN) offers a variety of testing locations and times, including evenings and weekends. For a step by step guide on how to register click here. For more information about the ECOMM go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and review the Candidate FAQs.


Step 3: If you pass the ECOMM test and meet the minimum qualifications for the position your application will be reviewed by the department.

Pre-employment Screening: An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here.
 
Probationary Period: This position may require the selected candidate to complete at least a nine month probationary period prior to attaining career status with the City & County of Denver. For more information about the probationary period, click here.
 
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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To view the City and County of Denver's robust benefit package that only a multiple-industry employer can offer click the link below.

www.DenverGov.org/Benefits

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Information provided on the application/resume is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered, and additional information that is not listed on either the application or an attached resume will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application and attached resumes.
  • I understand and agree.
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What is your highest level of education?
  • High School Diploma/GED Certificate
  • Associates Degree/Some College/Technical College
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate
  • I have not received my High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
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Please choose from the below list (you may choose more than one) any experience you have obtained professionally:
  • One year of experience as a 911 Operator or Emergency Dispatcher
  • Two years of general-dispatching experience
  • One year of non-probationary experience as a paramedic on an emergency ambulance (not an air ambulance)
  • One year of non-probationary experience as a fire fighter, police officer, or military police officer
  • Two years of public contact experience dealing with individual problems and applying policies, procedures, and or legal guidelines
  • Three years of public contact experience dealing with individual problems and applying policies, procedures, and or legal guidelines in a professional work environment supporting business operations in a technical, paraprofessional or administrative capacity
  • None of the above
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In the Communications Center, shifts are bid by seniority. As a new employee, there is a high probability you will be working the swing or graveyard shift for a considerable period of time. Are you capable and willing to do so?
  • Yes
  • No
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On occasion staffing is such that overtime is required. At times, the need can occur with short notice. Are you willing to work overtime on short notice?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you willing and able to work weekends, holidays and work overtime on short notice?
  • Yes
  • No
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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. The response SEE RESUME could result in automatic disqualification.
  • I understand and agree
  • No, I do not agree
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Which best describes your experience in determining when appropriate to assertively take control of a situation when conflict arises.
  • I consider myself very proficient in this area.
  • I have performed this work regularly and feel comfortable in this.
  • I have limited understanding and experience in this area.
  • I have no experience in this area.
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Please indicate your experience in using a computer assisted system to effectively deliver services:
  • I consider myself very proficient in this area.
  • I have limited understanding and experience in this area.
  • I have no experience in this area.
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Please indicate your experience, if any, in working in a call-center environment where the majority of your work day is spent answering telephone calls.
  • 1 year to less than 2 years.
  • 2 years to less than 3 years.
  • 3 years to less than 4 years.
  • 4 years or more
  • I do not have this experience
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Please indicate your experience, if any, in working in an emergency (police, fire, EMS, medical, military, etc.) environment.
  • 1 year to less than 2 years.
  • 2 years to less than 3 years.
  • 3 years to less than 4 years.
  • 4 years or more.
  • I do not have this experience.
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Describe the most challenging emergency situation you were involved in professionally. Why was it challenging?
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Describe a situation in which you were an integral part of an emergency situation that involved multiple parties. What role did you play in monitoring the situation? What role did you play in the communication between the various parties?
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I have used marijuana at least one time within the 36 months prior to my date of application, up to and including today.
  • Yes
  • No
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I have used (illegal) hard drugs at least one time within the 60 months prior to my date of application, up to and including today.
  • Yes
  • No
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The next step in the selection process is testing. Please go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and register for the ECOMM test. If you do not complete the test by September 30, 2017 you cannot move forward in the recruitment. By clicking yes you agree to this process.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
City and County of Denver
Address
201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 412
Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building
Denver, Colorado, 80202