Warwick Firefighters

3 weeks ago

Attention- The City of Warwick is hiring Fire Dispatchers. If interested please read below and inquire.

DEPARTMENT HEADS AND DIVISION CHIEFS
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PROMOTIONAL/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Vacancy No:​​​309-1
Title of Position:​​Fire Alarm Dispatcher
​​​​Vacancies exist in the Fire Alarm

Salary Range:​​$20.85 – $26.40 per hour/44 hours per week
Date Posted:​​​November 4, 2020
Deadline for Applying:​November 18, 2020
Remarks:​​​This is a Classified/Bargaining Unit Position
Examination Weight: 60% Written/ 40% Oral
Statement of Duties:​Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Fire alarm receive, screen, and prioritize emergency 911, non-emergency, and relay for the deaf and hard of hearing calls for service requiring emergency medical services, or fire department attention. Operate a multi-frequency radio system to monitor, direct and participate in emergency and non-emergency dispatching utilizing call prioritization, caller/incident location identification, and intra-departmental response following fire department policies and procedures to minimize potential dangers to the community and first responders. Maintain status and location control of all public safety personnel involved in department activities. Possess a thorough understanding to effectively enter calls for service information into the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system accurately and rapidly. Must condense large amounts of information into readable, typed remarks in a timely manner and have the ability to recall numerous acronyms essential to appropriate call processing. Work rotating shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be available to work extended shifts and be subject to emergency callouts. Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions. Possess a clear and understandable radio and telephone voice. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor computer hardware and/or software malfunctions. Ability to work under stressful conditions and react appropriately using good judgment. Ability to effectively prioritize situations and make rapid, accurate decisions which affect the outcome of public safety services based on the information received. Able to handle multiple tasks to receive and communicate information to and from several sources ensuring calls for service are dispatched and monitored in a timely and accurate manner. Possess a thorough understanding of the addresses and geography of the City. Possess the ability to interpret maps of the City and surrounding service area using computerized mapping software and map books.
Education & Experience:​High school diploma or its equivalent, with one to three years related work experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of Fire Department operations and Fire Department Incident Command system is preferred. Applicants will be required to pass a typing test verifying a minimum competency level of thirty-five (35) wpm.
Applicants will also be subject to a background criminal check prior to employment. Negative findings may prevent applicants from being considered.​
THE CITY OF WARWICK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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