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The Town of Palmer is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher for the Palmer Police Department. This is a 40 hour per week position covered by a union contract with a complete benefit package, including health care and county retirement.
The current position available consists of a 5-day on, 2-day off work schedule that will encompass nights and weekends, including holidays. Successful applicants are also expected to work overtime to fill vacant shifts, when available. Starting salary for this position is $16.40 per hour with a $.50 per hour raise after the successful completion of a six-month probationary term.
Applicants will be required to pass a written and audio exam, one or more oral interviews, a medical exam (including drug screening), a background investigation and other requirements set forth by the Town of Palmer.
Minimum qualifications necessary are a high school diploma or GED and experience in the use of personal computers operating in a Microsoft Windows environment. Applicants familiar with IMC software and with previous dispatching experience and or certifications in CJIS, Vesta Pallas E-911, APCO or other Basic Telecommunicator Courses, Suicide Prevention, CPR and First Responder, will be given preference. We will consider other qualified applicants.
Employment applications are available at the Town Manager’s Office, 4417 Main Street, Palmer, MA between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday, or by clicking HERE. Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.
Completed applications may be dropped off at the Town Manager's Office in the Palmer Town Hall between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday.
Completed applications may also be mailed to:
Matthew S. Streeter, Town Manager
Palmer Town Hall
4417 Main Street
Palmer, MA 01069
Palmer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer.
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