Communications Supervisor (911 Dispatch)

Join the Dispatch Team at the Grants Pass Police Department!

This position is responsible for supervising telecommunicators I/II, developing policies and procedures, coordinating with other agencies, handling complex customer service, and dispatching as a telecommunicator/dispatcher for Police/Fire/EMS. 

This position will be required to work a rotating shift schedule that rotates three times per year.  We currently have one open vacancy.

Our Police Department is a 24-7 operation and all candidates will be required to work nights, weekends, rotating shifts and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:
An Associate’s Degree in a related field and two years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Supervisory experience or proof of certification as a communication training officer (CTO) is required. Upon director approval, the requirement for prior supervisory or CTO experience may be waived for candidates with applicable leadership training or experience.

Licensing Requirements:
•Oregon Driver’s License – Class C
•Law Enforcement Data System Certificate within sixty days of appointment
•Basic Telecommunicator Certificate
•Emergency Medical Dispatch Certificate within 12 months of appointment
•DPSST Supervisory Certificate within 24 months of appointment
 
How to Apply:
Visit www.grantspassoregon.gov, go to the Human Resources page then click on Job Opportunities. 

Questions regarding this role may be directed to:  humanresources@grantspassoregon.gov or 541-450-6050.