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The Calcasieu Parish Communications District invites you to explore an exciting new career. The Calcasieu Parish Communications District provides emergency communications services to the citizens and public service entities of the parish of Calcasieu, which has a population of 184,000 and covers 1086 square miles. We answer an average of 150,000 emergency 9-1-1 calls annually and are housed within a $3 million operation facility with state-of-the-art equipment. We are a centralized 9-1-1, police, fire, and sheriff dispatch center. As one of our public safety communications professionals, you will embark on an exciting career as the primary link between people who desperately need help and public safety providers. Each day in our center is an adventure. Handling the variety of challenges we face every day requires special people - and you could be one of them. The Calcasieu Parish Communications District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minimum Qualifications: 18+ years of age High School Diploma or GED Ability to type 35+WPM Basic Computer Skills Excellent Communications Skills Ability to retain emotional control and handle stressful situations. Benefits: Competitive Salary Paid Vacation Leave Health, Dental, and Life Insurance Prescription Drug and Vision Savings Retirement Deferred Compensation Federal Credit Union Employee Assistance and Fitness Programs Training: Providing efficient, competent, and professional services to the citizens of Calcasieu Parish is of the utmost importance. To achieve this goal District employees are continually trained and educated in all aspects of their position. Entry-level employees attend an initial training program and become certified Telecommunicators through APCO. Upon completion of this initial training program, the Telecommunicators are continually provided training opportunities to increase their skills in areas of law enforcement/fire dispatch, Emergency Medical Dispatch, and CPR. Pre-Employment Requirements: Evaluation Assessment and Skills Testing Background Investigations Oral Interviews Physical Exam Drug Screen Selection Process: The expected duration of the selection process is 90 days to allow us to thoroughly screen potential employees to ensure they meet our uncompromising goal of professionalism and high standards of excellence. The selection process has several phases. To progress to the next level, you must pass each of the following phases: 1) Application Applications submitted for employment consideration will be thoroughly screened to discern the most appropriate candidate for hire. Neatness, completion, thoroughness, and employment stability are important factors to be considered when evaluating each candidate as well as meeting the minimum qualifications established by the District. Candidates may be disqualified from the selection process when their employment application is examined and found to contain the following: Request for Information was omitted Requested information contained within the application is utilized as a valuable tool that assists in determining the right candidate for the position. The information serves as a method for allowing the District to familiarize itself with the applicant, thus making an informed decision regarding employment opportunities. Information not included on the application, subjecting the candidate to disqualification, may include the omission of personal information such as current address or telephone number; Previous employment information; personal references; or failure to indicate minimum qualifications. Improper Grammar / Unacceptable Spelling / Illegible Handwriting The nature of the District is communications, Candidates who fail to utilize proper grammar or display the inability to correctly write and spell the English language may be disqualified from the selection process. Additionally, applicants whose handwriting is illegible will be disqualified from the process. Lack of Attention to Detail / Application, Improperly Completed Candidates who disregard details of the application may be disqualified from the selection process. Lack of attention to details may involve candidates entering information into the wrong areas, omission of specialized skills (typewriter, WPM, PC/MAC, etc.); or failure to provide information requested on the application. Failure to Indicate Minimum Qualifications for the Position Minimum qualifications for the position of Telecommunicator involve the ability to type at least 35wpm, computer experience, high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 18 years of age. Candidates who omit to include the requested minimum qualifications may be disqualified from the selection process. Unstable Employment History The national turnover rate for Telecommunicators is already high. To alleviate the turnover rate for the District, candidates for employment that are unable to establish stability in their previous employment history may be disqualified from the selection process. Position Applied for Does Not Exist Candidates who apply for a position that does not exist may be contacted and informed of their oversight. They may be eligible to re-apply for existing positions if minimum qualifications have been met. Application Contains False or Misleading Information Candidates who intentionally include false or misleading information on their employment application will be disqualified from the selection process. Applicants will not be rejected based on age, race, sex, disability, or national origin.

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