911 Communications Specialist

King County

Renton, WA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, English Language, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Law Enforcement, Legal, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Telephone Skills, Typing, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Renton, WA
POSTED
2 days ago

Join the Communications Team as a 911 Communications Specialist, providing critical law enforcement call handling for a large community. Responsibilities include answering emergency calls, gathering information, prioritizing responses, and communicating with deputies via radio. The role requires calmness under pressure, excellent communication, multitasking, and strong customer service skills. Candidates must pass a technical exam, typing test, and background check, with at least one year of customer service experience. The position involves shift work, including nights, weekends, and overtime, with opportunities for advancement to Dispatcher after 18 months. Starting pay is competitive, with benefits and a one-year employment list established. Basic requirements include U.S. citizenship or legal residency, fluency in English, high school diploma or GED, and meeting all background standards. Ideal candidates are organized, adaptable, resilient, and able to handle high-stress situations effectively.

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