Employment Opportunities
Mahaska County Emergency Communications Telecommunicator
Mahaska County Emergency Management is seeking applications from qualified applicants to train as a full-time Emergency Communications Telecommunicator for law enforcement, fire, and medical emergencies. This position will be responsible for specialized work in answering, receiving, transferring, and dispatching messages over a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system and public safety radio communications system.
Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma or GED. Applicants will also be required to pass a written test. Prior experience is preferred, but on the job training is provided.
Special requirements: Must reside within 25 miles of Oskaloosa within six months of hire unless waived or extended by the Commission. Within 6 months of hire complete NCIC Certification. Within one year of hire complete telecommunication training, Emergency Medical Dispatcher Certification, and CPR. Within two years of hire, must have completed all of the following: ICS and NIMS Courses: ICS 100, 200, and NIMS IS 700, IS 800.
Starting salary is based on experience plus excellent benefits. Successful applicants must pass an in‐depth criminal background check and a drug screen. Apply to Mahaska County EMA by close of business day April 8, 2022.