9-1-1 Dispatcher

The City of Martin Police Department is accepting applications for the position of 911 Dispatcher.

The successful candidate will be a person who is energetic, self-motivated and able to multi-task. This individual will possess a desire to make a difference in the lives of the community serve.

Minimum requirements are:

1.      Be at least 21 years of age.

2.      Be a United States Citizen.

3.      Have a high school diploma or GED.

4.      Be eligible for a valid Tennessee Driver’s License. Possession of valid Tennessee Driver’s License is required prior to appointment.

5.      Pass a background investigation consisting of location, state and national criminal record check, financial, medical, military and educational records check.

6.      Pass an entrance exam.

7.      Oral interview

Requirements Upon Conditional Offer of Employment:

1.      Pass a physical exam which includes drug and alcohol screen.

2.      Must attend and pass TIES training within six months.

Preferred candidate for 911 Dispatcher will possess experience working with the public, have basic typing and computer skills, work in a fast pace environment and possess clerical experience. Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Benefit package: Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance, TCRS Retirement and Salaries start: $23,192.00.

Submit resumes by July 31, 2008 to:

911 Dispatcher
Attn: City of Martin Human Resource Department
101 University Street
Martin, TN 38237