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This is a non-sworn, non-exempt, full-time, classified position with full benefits. Hiring range (22) is $24.12- $30.15 hourly. Full long-term range of position extends to $36.18 hourly.

Under close to general supervision, provides a link between citizens in need of assistance with police, fire and EMS services; prioritizes calls; coordinates and logs the activities associated with providing such service; dispatches appropriate emergency personnel; accesses and provides information transfer to and from field units where telephone or an ACJIS terminal is required; provides emergency communications in the form of 9-1-1 services to the City of Cottonwood and surrounding communities; enters and maintains warrants; and performs related duties as assigned. See more information below.

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Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; must be able to multi-task such as typing while answering phones; must be able to visually observe and interpret data displayed on multiple dispatch computer monitors comprised of several windows per monitor; required to reach with hands and arms; must be able to hear radio and telephone conversations at an appropriate level so as to not cause radio interference; must possess the ability to communicate clearly when speaking.

Minimum Requirements
Must be a citizen of United States or legal to work in United States, have at least one (1) year of customer service-related work experience, have a high school diploma or equivalent, be 18 years of age or older, meet Physical Requirements listed above, and read and sign job description acknowledgment.
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More Information:

Full Job Description: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/Document Center/View/7535/316-PS-Comm-Spec-7-31-2
Recruitment Flyer: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/Document Center/View/7536/Communications-Specialist-9-2024
Benefit Summary: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/Document Center/View/7317/BENEFITS-PACKAGE-SUMMARY-SHEET-7-01-2024