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Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II

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Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II

Last updated on September 30, 2024
PST Partner Agency since September 06, 2024

Vacancies: 3

Important Information

The Haines Borough is accepting applications for a regular, full-time EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS I position (40 hours a week) for the Haines Borough Police Department. The position may be filled at EC 2 if the applicant has prior dispatch experience.

Community Information

The town-site and borough of Haines, AK (population is approximately 2500 full time residents) is a coastal tourist and fishing community located within the Haines Borough. It lays nestled among the forested mountains of the longest and deepest fjord in North America. Located between the Chilkoot and Chilkat rivers, the area is known for its abundant salmon runs, wildlife, glaciers and jagged mountain peaks. Haines attracts heli-skiers, snowboarders, and extreme snow machine operators from all over the world who come to take advantage of the fantastic mountains surrounding the community. The summer season is marked by festivals, fairs, bike races and other organized activities as well as weekly cruise ships bringing thousands of tourist visitors.

The most beautiful thing about Haines, however, is the people who live here. Haines is home to artists, nature enthusiasts, miners, fishermen and entrepreneurs. Tourism, fishing and mining contribute to the local economy and Tlingit culture and local nature tours attract thousands of visitors to the area each year.

Department Information

We are looking for a positive, professional dispatcher to join our team. We invite you to apply if you enjoy serving the community and are committed to service and excellence. This position is under the general supervision of the Chief of Police & Dispatch Supervisor and performs various dispatch functions for law enforcement, fire and EMS services, as well as ancillary jail duties.  HBPD comprises the Chief, Sergeant, three patrol officers, and five dispatchers/corrections. HBPD staff work closely with Alaska State Troopers, the Alaska Park Rangers, EMS and Fire personnel and other agencies to maintain public safety.

Job Description

Under general direction, this employee receives, evaluates, and transmits information concerning law enforcement and emergency services (fire, ambulance) activities to, from, and between law enforcement units, emergency services units, other law enforcement agencies, other agencies, and the public by means of the telephone, radio, and other means of communication (NCIC, APSIN).

Please be aware – this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.

***The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background investigation, which includes a criminal history check.**

Area Information

County: Haines
Population: Approximately 2,500 full time residents.
# of Staff: 10

Hiring Status

Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II has 3 vacancies.

Salary Information

$25-30 /hr DOE

Overtime and shift differential

Relocation assistance possible

Benefit Information

This is a union position subject to union dues and included medical benefits, State of Alaska PERS & SBS retirement, personal leave and paid holidays.

All equipment/uniforms provided by the borough.

Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II Requirements

Category Requirement Required at time of...
    Test Hire
Written Examination Yes, required
Typing Test Yes, required

The typing test is a critical component of your written test score and you are required to complete the online typing test within 90 days (before or after) your written exam. You will be allowed four (4) attempts at the typing test every seven (7) days and are responsible for selecting the score that you want PST to forward to the agencies you have applied with.

35 WPM; 90% Accuracy

Minimum Age 18
Citizenship US Citizen
High School Grad/ GED Yes
Driver's License Required Yes
Felony Conviction(s) as an Adult No adult felony convictions at any time.
Felony Conviction(s) as a Juvenile Not normally, but can be reviewed depending on circumstance.
Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes
Vision Requirements Correctable to 20/20
College Requirement No
Prior Experience Requirement No
Veterans Preference Points Yes
Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider the highest score received within the past one year
Request/Access Scores Once Annually
Dispatch Typing Test 35 Words Per Minute and 90% Accuracy

Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II Disqualifiers

The following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply to our agency if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.

Category Disqualifier
Driving
Potential 1 or more traffic crime convictions in last 10 years (DWI, Suspended, Reckless, etc.).
Drug Usage
Automatic Illegal use of dangerous drugs or narcotics, other than marijuana, for any purpose more than   1    time(s) in lifetime, and no use within the past 10 years.
Potential Marijuana usage or exposure within past 1 year(s).
Automatic No illegal sale of ANY drug, including marijuana.
Criminal Activity
Automatic Any adult felony conviction.
Automatic Any misdemeanor, or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice capacity.
Automatic Been convicted of any crime under a domestic violence statue.
Automatic Adult misdemeanor convictions will be carefully reviewed.
Employment
Automatic Been dishonorably discharged from the United States armed forces.
Automatic Lied during any stage of the hiring process.
Automatic Falsified his or her application, personal history questionnaire, or any other forms during hiring process.
Financial
Potential Failure to pay income tax or child support.

Contact Information

Haines Borough Police Department - Emergency Communications Specialist I/II

315 Haines Highway
Haines, AK 99827 Haines County
907-766-2121

Website

Agency Test Requirements
Written Examination: Yes, required
Typing Test: Yes, required


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