Communication Specialist - Dispatcher - Operator

Communication Specialist I – Dispatcher – 911 Operator

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. Applications for this position CAN be submitted online. You MUST submit a completed City of Midwest City employment application to be considered. Individual resumes without a completed City employment application WILL NOT be accepted.

The City of Midwest City is accepting applications for a Communication Specialist I in the Emergency Communications Department. The incumbent receives, analyzes, and dispatches messages to radio‑equipped units of Police, Fire & Ambulance departments and monitors burglar and fire alarms. HS graduate or equivalent required with previous experience in operation of a two‑way radio and computer terminal. OLETS certification preferred. Must pass a data entry test (minimum of 5,500 keystrokes per hour) and an in‑depth background check, polygraph, drug screen, and hearing test.

This position is designated as safety/security sensitive and is subject to pre‑employment, reasonable suspicion and random drug and alcohol screening.

Starting salary $23.58–$24.97/hr click “Apply now” to apply online or at the City of Midwest City HR Department, 100 N. Midwest Blvd, Midwest City, OK. Applications accepted until filled. EOE.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Government Administration