Communication Dispatcher I

Company: State of Massachusetts
Location: Taunton
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Job Description:

Taunton State Hospital is seeking three candidates for the Communications Department telecommunications system to contact and dispatch emergency incidences in accordance with rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission; functions as receptionist; responds to all emergency incidents; and performs miscellaneous office duties (i.e., typing, filing, and record keeping).

Please Note: The following positions are available:

Position 1 (00039568): Split shift - Tuesday/Wednesday: 11:00am-7:30pm, Thursday/Friday: 2:30pm-11:00pm, Saturday: 7:00am-3:30pm - Days Off: Sunday/Monday

Position 2 (00297607): Overnight shift, 11:00pm -7:00am - Days Off: Week 1: Tuesday/Saturday; Week 2 Sunday/Friday

Position 3 (00001346): Evening shift, 3:00pm - 11:00pm Days Off: Thursday and Friday

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

* Operates a Cisco console for telecommunications system.
* Operates Emergency paging and/or beeper system. Contacts & dispatches emergency personnel to incidences as needed according to emergency procedure protocol in order to provide prompt & appropriate response.
* Transmit messages from a radio communications base station in accordance with the rules & regulations of the Federal Communications Commission
* Monitors radio frequency(ies) to receive, evaluate & forward information.
* Operates radio transmitting & receiving equipment comprising a system of fixed stations and mobile units.
* Greets and directs visitors to individuals and/or program, answers questions, and provides information and/or literature pertaining to agency rules, regulations and/or operation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluent.

About Taunton State Hospital

Taunton State Hospital (TSH) operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is a 45-bed inpatient facility that provides continuing care inpatient services to adults with major mental illnesses. The hospital is a leader in the successful integration of the Principles of Recovery and a rehabilitation philosophy into the treatment model and a part of the Southeast Area which works closely with the inpatient treatment teams to facilitate patients' discharge back to the community.

Total Compensation:

As an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts you are offered a great career opportunity influencing a wide-spectrum of services to the diverse populations we serve - but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your overall compensation, including:

* 75% state paid medical insurance premium
* Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
* Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
* Low cost basic and optional life insurance
* Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
* 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time
* Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities
* Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
* Incentive-based Wellness Programs
* Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
* Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori.

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at (508) 977-3383.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: None

Special Requirements:

After appointment, appointees must obtain a valid Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's permit issued by the Federal Communications Commission.

Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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