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Emergency Communications Officer - PH at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Meridian, Idaho, United States Job Description Emergency Communications Officer - PH Posting Begin Date: 2024/12/03 Posting End Date: 2025/03/03 Category: Emergency Management Sub Category: Dispatch Work Type: Full Time Location: Meridian, ID, United States Minimum Salary: 21.42 Maximum Salary: 21.42 Pay Rate Type: Hourly Description DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list. The Idaho State EMS Communication Center in Meridian , Idaho is looking for someone who likes to be challenged and wants to make a difference Are you looking for a rewarding career in public service? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy a fast-paced and rewarding work environment? Do you have strong communication and multi-tasking skills? Then we have a job for you The Emergency Communications Officer provides statewide emergency communications and coordination of resources in response to emergency medical services (EMS) incidents, homeland security, highway emergencies and services, public health issues and hazardous materials incidents; related to the public under adverse conditions and often stressful life/death situations. These communications and coordination systems support local, state and federal government agencies, emergency responders, and the public. Employees in this class work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Emergency Communication Officers are required to pass an extensive background check and drug screening as part of the Peace Officer Standards & Training certification. This position involves hearing and speaking over radio and telephone equipment. The incumbent in this position dispatches ground and air emergency medical units, search and rescue, hazardous materials teams, Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) staff, federal emergency resources for rural and urban communities statewide in response to citizen, agency or governmental requests or situations involving specialized incidents requiring multi-agency response; flight follow fish and Game helicopters; provide pre-arrival patient and post-dispatch medial care instructions; perform related work. Telework is not an To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account