SALEM, Ohio (WKBN) – The Salem Police Department is taking applications for part-time dispatchers.
They are looking for “mature” people who can keep their composure during emergencies. You have to have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to quickly and accurately enter information into a computer and multi-task.
In addition, candidates will need to be CPR and First Aid certified, which training will be provided, as well as certification for public safety telecommunicator and emergency dispatch.
You have to type at least 40 words per minute and pass a background check.
The pay starts at $15.85 per hour while training and then bumps up to $19.55 the first year on the job.
To apply, stop by the police department between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or email [email protected] or [email protected].
