Telecommunicator

The Weymouth Police Department is seeking a full-time Telecommunicator (Dispatcher). The Telecommunicator works under the general supervision of the Watch Commander of the shift. Makes constant contact with the general public requiring excellent customer service skills. Makes frequent contact with other town departments, especially the Fire Department, ambulance personnel, the Department of Public Works, and state and federal offices and officials. Has access to confidential criminal investigation records. Communicates via telephone or radio with other agencies, such as utility companies, alarm services, ambulance companies, town and State highway departments. Candidates must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

A full job description can be found at http://www.weymouth.ma.us/human-resources under Employment Opportunities.

Minimum qualifications

APCO PST1: NG911 preferred; APCO EMD preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills; high school graduate or GED; public safety dispatching experience preferred; working knowledge of computer-aided dispatch and radio operations preferred; working knowledge of the streets of Weymouth preferred.

Shift to be assigned, rotating days off with weekend and holiday work required.

Interested candidates should forward their resume along with a cover letter to Human Resources, Town of Weymouth, 111 Middle St., Weymouth, MA 02189; or via email to jobs@weymouth.ma.us.

Application deadline: Feb. 4.

The town of Weymouth is an EEO/AA employer.