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25 May 2019
SouthCom is recruiting to establish an eligibility list for the position of 911 Operator / Telecommunicator. This position operates communications equipment that receives and dispatches police, fire and emergency calls via telephone, electronic and radio dispatch equipment.
Essential Duties: Answers and routes telephone calls and messages of emergency and non-emergency nature to the proper public service agency.
Utilizes data input procedure on multiple keyboard terminals to assure data is properly transmitted to the computer.
Maintains records and data in accordance with departmental rules.
Routes, transmits and interprets teletype messages. Testifies at adjudication hearings as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications Required: High School Diploma 21 years old US Citizen
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in high volume 911 center that handles police, fire, and ems. SouthCom will lateral a portion of your cumulative years of service based on previous experience.
Spillman knowledge is also preferred but not required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn area geography and an awareness of community events.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize a computer and the required software.
Ability to orally communicate effectively and precisely.
Ability to operate keyboard and telecommunications equipment.
Ability to perform full data entry functions at a rate of approx. 30 wpm.
Ability to obtain information over the telephone from distraught callers.
Ability to maintain emotional stability in stressful situations.
Ability to comprehend and carry out department rules, regulations and procedures.
Ability to maintain security and confidentiality.
Ability to record computer data rapidly and accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to familiarize oneself with incidents relating to critical law enforcement activities.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work the required hours of the position.
SouthCom offers competitive wages starting at $41,909.37 - $57,269.46
We are looking to hire full-time and part-time If interested, please drop by to pick up an application or visit our website.
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17 May 2019
Happy National Police Week. SouthCom stopped by each of our police departments to show our appreciation. Be safe out there!
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19 April 2019
Thank you Matteson Police Dept for the cookie and cupcakes in honor of Telecommunicator Week 2019. We appreciate you all!
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18 April 2019
Thank you so much to the Park Forest Police Dept for sending over one of our favorites! We appreciate you all recognizing us for Telecommunicator Week 2019
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17 April 2019
Thank you to the Richton Park Police Department for making our morning. Deputy Chief Owens dropped off T-shirts and a Proclamation for us to remember this recognition of Telecommunicator Week 2019.
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17 April 2019
We LOVE Edible Arrangements. Thank you to the Olympia Fields Police Department for brightening our day. We appreciate the acknowledgment for Telecommunicator Week 2019!
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16 April 2019
Thank you Shannon Fleming for the delicious donuts in honor of Telecommunicator Week
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16 April 2019
Thank you Servpro for the Card, Cookies, Brownies and Candy. We appreciate you thinking of SouthCom for Telecommunicator Week!
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23 March 2019
Thank you very much
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18 April 2018
Thank you to the Matteson Fire Department for acknowledging us for telecommunicator week!
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18 April 2018
Thank you to the Park Forest Police Department for our individual treat bags in honor of telecommunicator week!
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18 April 2018
Thank you to Matteson Sgt Gryczewski for these cakes in honor of telecommunicator week. We love Nothing Bundt Cakes!
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18 April 2018
Thank you to the Park Forest Fire Department for this huge assortment of treats in honor of telecommunicator week
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18 April 2018
Thank you to the Richton Park Police Department for these delicious cakes in honor of telecommunicators week.
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18 April 2018
Thank you to the Olympia Fields Police Department for the edible arrangement in honor of telecommunicator week!
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20 March 2018
SouthCom is accepting applications. Applications can be found at www.southcomdispatch.com. Experience is preferred but not required.
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24 January 2018
Congratulations on being recognized by the Park Forest Police Department for your hard work and dedication to Telecommunicators Lisa Holt, James Hennessy & Lauren Etchison (l to r)
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25 December 2017
Merry Christmas everyone. Make it a safe one. We’re here if you need us but we hope you don’t!
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