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Could You Be The One To Answer the Call?

Emergency Dispatch Aide

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Shift Supervisors
“Caring for the Community, One Call at a Time," we are often the first point of contact to assess a situation and determine the necessary response to handle disorder, crisis and tragedy. We assist all citizens, residents, and public safety personnel who require our full-time attention and quality service. As first responders, often we are the first to offer support, comfort, or sympathy to the public in distress. We are highly trained, dedicated and trusted public servants. Come join Prince George’s County, Public Safety Communications, where it is not just a job, it is a career!  
 
Competitive Salary:
Qualifications:
18 Years of Age
High School Diploma or GED
Computer Keyboard Skills
Ability to Work Shift Work (10 or 12 hours/day)
Reliable Transportation
*No Previous Experience Needed* 
 
 
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Specifications and Benefits

  • Employees are represented by the Police Civilian Employees Association Union (PCEA);
  • Wages & Benefits – COLA Increase 2.5% 07/01/07 & 2.5% 08/03/08;
  • Shift Differentials - First Shift $2.40 per hr. & Third Shift $2.00 per hr.;
  • Holiday Pay - 2 times regular rate if worked/ If RDO, receive another day off;
  • Overtime Pay - 1.5 times regular pay;
  • Trainer Pay - $1.50 per hour;
  • Cross Trainer Pay – 5% of base salary;
  • Paid Break - 25 minute break & 45 minute unpaid meal break per shift;
  • Headset Allowance - annual $50.00 earpiece;
  • Leave - Accrued Annual (4.0 hrs.) / Sick Leave (4.5 hrs.) per pay period & (2) Personal Days / (1) Discretion Day per calendar year;
  • Military Leave – 15 days per calendar year (Supplemental Deployment Leave);
  • Bi-Lingual Pay - $1,400.00 per year (successfully complete a proficiency exam);
  • Employee Assistance Program;
  • Credit Union;
  • Free Parking / Smoke Free Work Environment / Employee Photo ID System;
  • Direct Deposit;
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Available;
  • Career Path Opportunities - Sr. EDA (P13 = 5%) after 5 yrs. of continuous service. ED I/II, ED III (Asst. Shift Supervisor) ED IV (Shift Supervisor);
  • Supplemental Retirement - 30 yr. X 1% every yr. worked = 30% +33% (Supp.) =63% @ 30 yr.

For more Information contact PSC @
pscrecruiting@co.pg.md.us or
Recruiter, Kelly Marshall: 301-352-1440


Emergency Dispatcher I/II

Competitive Salary:
Qualifications:
18 Years of Age
High School Diploma or GED
Computer Keyboard Skills
Ability to Work Shift Work (12 hours/day)
Reliable Transportation
*1 Year Previous Public Safety Dispatch Experience *



Darlene Thompson
911 Call Taker/Emergency Dispatch Aide

“This job has been rewarding and an educating experience. Each day we are faced with a different emergency or non-emergency situation and are always prepared to serve."


Matthew Huddle

Emergency Dispatcher

"I chose to work here because I wanted to help people and make a difference in the lives of the citizens in Prince George's County”