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Agencies	Closing date
SOUTHEAST EMEGENCY COMMUNICATIONS	02/15/2012
DUCOMM (3 positions)	02/24/2012
CENCOMM	OPEN
NORCOMM	OPEN

DEPUTY DIRECTOR Position: Deputy Director Southeast Emergency Communications (SEECOM) (Crystal Lake, Illinois) Southeast Emergency Communications (SEECOM) is a consolidated 9-1-1 emergency communications center. We are located in the lower level of the City of Crystal Lake’s Municipal Complex, 100 West Woodstock St. SEECOM is a state-of-the-art dispatch facility that began consolidated operations in October 2005. SEECOM employs 21 Full-time Telecommunicators, 6 Part-time Telecommunicators, 5 Communications Supervisors, Administrative Assistant, Deputy and Executive Director. SEECOM provides services for 14 Police and Fire/EMS agencies, covering approximately 100 square miles, and a population of approximately 150,000 in Southeast McHenry County, Illinois. SEECOM answers over 40,000 emergency 9-1-1 calls, and process over 80,000 calls for service from the public annually. SEECOM is also a MABAS dispatch center and the statewide call center for IPWMAN. SEECOM seeks to fill the position of Deputy Director with a qualified and skilled candidate that will be committed and dedicated to fulfilling the mission, goals, and objectives of a progressive emergency communications center. See the full position description: click here The annual salary range for the position of Deputy Director is $65,000 - $75,000. SEECOM offers a comprehensive benefit package. Interested candidates are requested to submit their resume’ to one of the following: Email: info@seecom911.org U.S. Mail: SEECOM 100 West Woodstock Street Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Cover letters may be addressed to Ms Linda Luehring, Executive Director. Application deadline is February 15, 2012. Qualified candidates should expect to participate in any or all of the following; oral interview, practical writing assignment, management assessment center. Final selection is contingent upon a background check, psychological evaluation and pre-employment drug testing. SEECOM reserves the right to change or modify this hiring process at any time. SEECOM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Return To Top

FULL TELECOMMUNICATOR   Experienced 9-1-1 Telecommunicators Glendale Heights, IL   (Full-time) DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is among the largest consolidated 9-1-1 communications centers within the state of Illinois serving 34 Fire/Police/EMS agencies throughout DuPage County.  DU-COMM is currently seeking experienced 9-1-1 Telecommunicator applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and rewarding career field. Telecommunicators with experience have a starting salary range of $46,030 to $57,179 based on experience/qualifications.  The current union contract pay scale allows for a top salary of $73,528 if you are a cross trained Telecommunicator.  TelecommunicatorBenefits:   Experience Required Paid time off (PTO) of 208 hours each year once phone certified Group health insurance: HMO 15% employee contribution with PPO options available $30,000 group life insurance IMRF pension Represented by Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (ILFOPLC) Hourly rate for Telecommunicator II $22.13 - $27.49 based on experience/qualifications Advancement opportunities include: TCIII (Cross-trained on both police and fire dispatching), Communications Training Officer (CTO: help in the training of new hires), Operator-In-Charge (OIC: assists Operations Managers in administrative and supervisory functions) and Language Operator (LNG: bi-lingual in specified languages: Spanish, Polish, Farsi, Vietnamese or Mandarin).  Requirements: oMust have recent Police or Fire dispatch experience oApplicants must be at least 18 years of age oApplicants must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent oApplicants must be able to accurately type at least 35 wpm oApplicants must be able to pass the applicant testing, full police background investigation, polygraph, psychological exam and medical screenings oSchedule flexibility and multi-tasking are fundamental Employees will rotate on all 3 shifts during their first 2 years, therefore all applicants must have the ability to work any of the 3 shifts, weekends and holidays along with overtime that maybe mandatory. How to Apply: Applications are available at www.ducomm.org or at our facility located at 600 Wall Street, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 and will be accepted until February 24, 2012 at 12 pm.  Resumes alone will not be accepted.  All applicants must complete the application and checklist to be considered for this position. There will be a Mandatory Orientation and Group Testing meeting the evening of March 6, 2012.  You will be notified, via email, of the orientation/testing time and location at least 3 days prior to the event. 9-1-1 Telecommunicators Glendale Heights, IL   (Full-time) DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is among the largest consolidated 9-1-1 communications centers within the state of Illinois serving 34 Fire/Police/EMS agencies throughout DuPage County.  DU-COMM is currently seeking experienced 9-1-1 Telecommunicator applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and rewarding career field. Telecommunicator job duties include answering 9-1-1 telephones, transmitting vital information to emergency personnel via the radio, relaying information via the Computer-Aided Dispatch terminal, monitoring fire/burglar alarms, and answering administrative lines serving the police/fire personnel. Telecommunicators have a starting salary of $44,054 with an increase to $46,030 after successfully completing 6-9 months of training.  The current union contract pay scale allows for a top salary of $73,528 after eight years of service if you are a cross trained Telecommunicator.  TelecommunicatorBenefits:   Paid time off (PTO) of 208 hours each year once phone certified Group health insurance: HMO 15% employee contribution with PPO options available $30,000 group life insurance IMRF pension Represented by Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council (ILFOPLC) Telecommunicator I starting rate is $21.18 per hour Advancement opportunities include: TCIII (Cross-trained on both police and fire dispatching), Communications Training Officer (CTO: help in the training of new hires), Operator-In-Charge (OIC: assists Operations Managers in administrative and supervisory functions) and Language Operator (LNG:  bi-lingual in specified languages: Spanish, Polish, Farsi, Vietnamese or Mandarin).  Requirements: oApplicants must be at least 18 years of age oApplicants must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent oApplicants must be able to accurately type at least 35 wpm oApplicants must be able to pass the applicant testing, full police background investigation, polygraph, psychological exam and medical screenings oSchedule flexibility and multi-tasking are fundamental Employees will rotate on all 3 shifts during their first 2 years, therefore all applicants must have the ability to work any of the 3 shifts, weekends and holidays along with overtime that maybe mandatory. How to Apply: Applications are available at www.ducomm.org or at our facility located at 600 Wall Street, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 and will be accepted until February 24, 2012 at 12 pm.  Resumes alone will not be accepted.  All applicants must complete the application and checklist to be considered for this position. There will be a Mandatory Orientation and Group Testing meeting the evening of March 6, 2012.  You will be notified, via email, of the orientation/testing time and location at least 3 days prior to the event. Alarm Operator Glendale Heights, IL   (Part-time) DuPage Public Safety Communications (DU-COMM) is among the largest consolidated 9-1-1 communications centers within the state of Illinois.   DU-COMM is a 24 hour, 7 day a week operation serving 34 Fire/Police/EMS agencies throughout DuPage County. DU-COMM is currently seeking part-time Alarm Operator applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and rewarding career field. Alarm Operator job duties include monitoring and processing incoming burglar and fire alarms, handling phone calls from business owners, alarm companies, member agencies, citizens, and completing clerical work related to the alarm system. Alarm Operators have a starting wage of $15.00 per hour.  Employees start earning paid time off (PTO) based on hours worked after training is complete.  This position is part-time and does not include any medical benefits.  Advancement opportunities include: Full-time Telecommunicator I or II (answering 9-1-1 calls and transmitting vital information to emergency personnel via the radio)  Requirements: oApplicants must be at least 18 years of age oApplicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent oApplicants must be able to accurately type at least 35 wpm oApplicants must be able to pass the applicant testing, full police background investigation, polygraph test, psychological exam and drug/hearing/vision screenings oSchedule flexibility and multi-tasking are essential Employees in this position need to be available to work from 6 am to 6 pm in 4 to 8 hour increments, Monday through Friday, averaging 20 hours per week. Preferred Qualifications: oPrevious experience in a public safety environment  oExperience with multi-line telephone equipment oBi-Lingual Spanish/English skills oComputer/data entry experience How to Apply: Applications are available at www.ducomm.org or at our facility located at 600 Wall Street, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 and will be accepted until February 24, 2012 at 12 pm.  Resumes alone will not be accepted.  All applicants must complete the application and checklist to be considered for this position. There will be a Mandatory Orientation and Group Testing meeting the evening of March 6, 2012.  You will be notified, via email, of the orientation/testing time and location at least 3 days prior to the event.  Return To Top

FULL TELECOMMUNICATOR   CenCom E9-1-1 Public Safety Communications Center Full-Time Telecommunicator CenCom E9-1-1 Public Safety Communications Center is seeking a qualified individual for one open position of Telecommunicator. CenCom is a growing consolidated 9-1-1 Communications Center serving eight (8) agencies. CenCom answers 9-1-1 and non-emergency calls while dispatching police, fire and EMS units. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The operation of the emergency telephone system and radio communications systems and dispatching of all calls for police, fire and emergency medical service. Receive and transmit any official information called for with speed and accuracy. Efficiently operate all communications center equipment, including radios, telephones, computer terminals, intercom system, audio and video tape recorders, copier, fax machine and typewriter. Promptly and courteously communicate with and aid persons seeking assistance or information. Periodically conduct a video check of incarcerated prisoners in the CenCom Detention Facility. Successfully complete a Communications Training program. TELECOMMUNICATOR II Starting Pay $21.14 an hour ($43,971 annually) • One year Public Safety Communications • Five/two – Five/Three work schedule experience required • Excellent benefits, Health PPO/HMO, Dental PPO/HMO • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) position TELECOMMUNICATOR I Starting Pay $20.13 an hour ($41,870 annually) • No experience is required • Five/Two – Five/Three work schedule • Excellent benefits, Health PPO/HMO, Dental PPO/HMO • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) position Applications can be obtained at CenCom E9-1-1 Public Safety Communications Center 911 Lotus Drive, Round Lake Beach, Il 60073. Administrative office 847-270-9121 cencom911.net Return To Top

FULL AND PART TIME TELECOMMUNICATOR   NORCOMM 9-1-1 Dispatch seeks highly qualified and motivated persons for the position of Full and Part-Time Telecommunicators. NORCOMM 9-1-1 Dispatch is a consolidated 9-1-1 communications center within the State of Illinois.  NORCOMM is a civilian staffed 9-1-1 Center and is currently seeking applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and rewarding career field. Requirements: Applicants must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) Applicants must be able to accurately type at least 40 wpm            Applicants must be able to pass the applicant testing, background investigation, psychological exam and drug screening Schedule flexibility, multi-tasking, and excellent customer service are fundamental Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply               Previous experience in Telecommunications preferred, not required Successful applicants will become certified in LEADS and NAEMD (Priority Dispatch) EMD/CPR within 6 months of hire and maintain all necessary certifications as required. Telecommunicator job duties include but not limited to answering 9-1-1 telephones, transmitting vital information to emergency personnel via the radio, relaying information via the Computer-Aided Dispatch terminal, monitoring fire/burglar alarms, and answering administrative lines serving the police/fire personnel. All successful applicants will be trained in our in-house program, then receive additional OJT training.  Salary starting at $16/hr and increasing with experience and education  A permanent shift is not determined until after employees are fully certified and released from training, therefore all applicants must have the ability to work any shift, weekends and holidays. If you are interested in this career opportunity, applications may be obtained at:  http://www.superiorambulance.com/clientuploads/careers/Application_Superior_Air-Ground_Ambulance_Service_Inc.pdf Please contact employment@norcomme911.com, or call 630-903-2481 for further information. Return To Top

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