Are you looking for an exciting line of work with the opportunity for advancement in your career? Are you looking to make a difference? Do you want to earn up to 21 paid days off your first year of employment, as well as 10 paid holidays each year?  Come work as a Dispatcher for Ellis County! 

Learn more about this opening and apply on-line at: https://www.ellisco.net/Jobs

DISPATCHER - Communications Department:  Pay starts at $21.20/hour with an opportunity for a step/pay advancement at 6 months, plus full-time benefit eligible.

Minimum Requirements:  A high school diploma or GED is required and a technical degree or some college credit is preferred.  This position requires Emergency Medical Dispatching, Fire Service Dispatching, and Law Enforcement Dispatching certifications within one year of employment.  National Crime Information Center certification within six months of employment.  One to three years of similar or related experience is preferred.

This position primarily works 12 hours shifts.  Shifts are 6-6 and rotate from AM to PM every 4 months.

Working for Ellis County provides an opportunity to do meaningful work in a stable environment.  Working in local government allows you to impact your community in a BIG way.

• Attractive benefits: Company sponsored health & dental insurance + vision plan offerings, KPERS & KP&F retirement, disability, & survivor benefits, voluntary deferred compensation with 401a employer contribution, 10 paid holidays, longevity bonus & service recognition, and more.
• Work life balance: Various departments = varied shifts to meet your needs, flexible paid time off (starting at 168 hours accrued your first year), employee assistance plan.
• Advancement opportunities: Supportive team members + training and development offerings + tuition assistance for approved courses and certifications.

Ellis County, KS is an EOE.  Please apply online at https://www.ellisco.net/Jobs. Paper applications can be delivered or mailed to Ellis County KS Administrative Center, C/O Human Resources, 718 Main Street, Hays, KS 67601.