MICHIGAN JOB OPPORTUNITIES

 

 

NEWAYGO COUNTY

 

Central Dispatch Director

 

Newaygo County is seeking a highly motivated individual to undertake the position of Central Dispatch Director.  This position directs a 9-1-1 emergency telephone system and centralized emergency dispatch center responsible for dispatching all police, fire, first responders, and ambulance services within the County. Responsible for the selection and maintenance of all communications and other equipment and the coordination and integration of technical systems including telephone, computer and radio interfaces. Responsible for all administrative functions of the department including financial and personnel management, including the direct supervision of all Dispatchers.

 

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, public safety administration, telecommunications or other area related to emergency services with coursework in management and data processing.  Five or more years experience in the operation of a fully automated central communications system, including two years in a supervisory capacity. 

 

 The annual salary range for this position is $45,145 to $53,116.  You may obtain an application and a copy of the job description by visiting Newaygo County’s website at www.countyofnewaygo.com/admin/adminhome.htm

 

To apply, submit an employment application, cover letter, resume and three professional references by mail to the Human Resources Department, PO Box 885, White Cloud, MI  49349 or by personal delivery to 1087 Newell Street, White Cloud, MI  49349.  Michigan law requires that applicants request confidentiality in writing if desired.  Deadline for applying for this position is July 11, 2008, at 5:00 pm.

Newaygo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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COUNTY OF IONIA

 Position Opening

Title:  Central Dispatch Director

 

Pay Grade 16/ $49,961.60 - $59,945.60

 

Minimum Qualifications:  Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or other area related to emergency services field plus three to five years of experience, dispatch experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job duties.

 

General Summary:  Directs the operation of an emergency 911 telephone system and centralized emergency dispatch center responsible for dispatching all police, fire and ambulance services within the County. Responsible for general oversight and long-range planning for all functions of the department including but not limited to: personnel, facilities, technology, finance, public relations and intergovernmental relations.

 

Works under the general supervision of the County Administrator and has reporting responsibilities to the Central Dispatch Advisory Board and the Board of Commissioners.

 

Please complete an Ionia County Application for Employment and submit it, along with a cover letter and resume, to:

 

Finance Department

Ionia County

2nd Floor Courthouse

100 Main Street

Ionia, MI  48846

 

Applications available online at ioniacounty.org

Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2008

Ionia County is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 


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