Dispatcher
Jefferson County
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- Pay
- $26 to $33
- an hour
- Location
- Watertown, NY
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Nov 5
- 2 days ago
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What you'll do
- Coordinate police, fire, and medical responses across North Country communities
What you need
- Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma
Key skills
calm-under-pressure
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Perks
- NYS Retirement
- Deferred Compensation
- Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Health Plan
- Vision
- Dental Insurance
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HOW TO APPLY: To be considered for this position, please submit your application directly to Jefferson County Human Resources. You may apply online via our Employment Portal at jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com or by mailing a paper application to: Jefferson County Human Resources, 175 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601. Dispatcher: Jefferson County Fire & Emergency Management is seeking dedicated, calm-under-pressure individuals to join our team as a 911 Public Safety Dispatcher. As the first point of contact in an emergency, you will be the "unseen hero" who coordinates police, fire, and medical responses across our North Country communities. If you possess a sharp mind, a steady heart, and a desire to make a tangible difference in Jefferson County, we invite you to answer the call. Salary Range: $26.59 - $33.95 per hour Excellent fringe benefits include: NYS Retirement. Deferred Compensation. Sick Leave. Paid Vacation. Tuition Reimbursement. Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision. Dental Insurance. Flex Spending Account. Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, first review of applicants will be November 13, 2026. Apply online on our Employment Portal: https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/ Or send a paper application and resume to: Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601. *Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*