Job Information

MALHEUR COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
151 B. ST. W
MALHEUR, OREGON 97918
541-473-5129

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Updated: November 03, 2022

Position Title: Dispatcher

Malheur County Sheriff's Office is currently building an eligibility list for the position of Dispatcher more information can be found here on the department's website.

Salary Information: $3,398.02 Monthly starting salary w/ regular step increases

Benefit Information:

PERS Retirement
Medical, Dental & Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield
County pays 85% of premium on Medical, Dental, & Vision
Preferred Provider Medical Plan with $250.00 deductible/$2250 out of pocket max if using preferred providers/$20.00 Co-pay for office visit
Employee Assistance Program
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Deferred Compensation
Employer paid basic life and AD&D
Sick Leave - 1 day a month
Paid vacation after 6 months
Personal leave - 3 days a year after probation
9 paid holidays

Candidate Contact Person
Lt. Rich Harriman
Division Commander
(541) 473-5120
rharriman@malheurco.org

Department Overview: Low activity level, climate controlled environment with structured chain of command and rotation through all shifts.

Population: Fewer than 35,000

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications to Apply:

Possess a valid driver license
Ability to Read/Speak English
Education High School Grad/GED
Must pass or provide proof of passing the National Dispatcher Selection Test with an average score of 70 points.
Vision: Must meet Department of Public Standards and Training requirements.
Hearing: Must meet Department of Public Standards and Training Requirements.

Additional Requirements:
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS-LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
Within one year of employment must earn and maintain DPSST Telecommunicator, Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification, and LEDS certifications. All applicants must be able to maintain a valid First Aid and CPR card.

Hiring Process:

NTN Competitive Exam
Select candidates notified of eligibility and pertinent instructions
Initial interview
Conditional offer of employment
Background check
Secondary interview
Psychological evaluation
Final interview (Sheriff)
Drug screen & pension medical physical (OH P&F)

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (NOT REQUIRED):

Has at least 3 years of clerical computer skills.
Experience with communication and serving the public.
Demonstrated skill in typing with accuracy and speed.
Experience with telecommunications in a dispatch center setting.
Some knowledge of radio operations.
Some knowledge of multi-line phone systems.
Geographical knowledge of Malheur County
A combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.
Preference points will be given to Bilingual
Preference points for former military personnel

Required documents to be uploaded and completed:

Copy of high school diploma or GED
Copy of valid driver’s license
Copy of DD214 (required to receive bonus points only)
Copy of all Marriage and Divorce Certificates

All candidates must complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) located in your candidate profile of the National Testing Network.

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