COMMISSION SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR 911-OES POSITION

(05/14/2009)

The Calhoun County Commission has a job opening for a newly combined position, the Director of E-911 and the Director of the Office of Emergency Service. The new position has been created by 911 Director Gary Buchanan resigning the position, a goal for a combined position set a year ago by the Calhoun Commission. The director would report to the Calhoun County Commission. The position will begin July 1st, 2009. For a description of the job position contact the County Clerk's Office at 304-354-6725. The salary is $25,000 per year with benefits. Application is by resume which is due June 1st, by 3:00 p.m. Calhoun County E-911/ OES Director Description: Responsibilities - E-911: - day to day operations of E-911 center - develop and maintain training standards for dispatchers - hiring and supervising dispatchers or delegating responsibility - respond to concerns and needs of citizens - develop and supervise annual budget - attend and participate in appropriate state meetings - maintain professional working relationship with all agencies - maintain all licenses/certifications - resolve/improve technical communication issues Responsibilities - OES: - coordinate response to major emergencies or disasters - provide local disaster information to state offices and FEMA - supervise subordinates - maintain and update Emergency Operations Plan - provide information to citizens concerning emergency services and disaster preparation - coordinate disaster damage assessment, recovery and mitigation efforts - coordinate training exercises - develop and monitor budget - respond to HAZMAT, flooding, and other emergency incidents when requested - chair of Calhoun County LEPC Requirements: - high school diploma or equivalent, prefer additional education/training - proficient computer operation - subject to background check - NIMS Certification Levels 100,200,700,800 - 1 year experience in emergency services or public safety preferred Additionally, the successful applicant will be required to complete NIMS 300 and APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator 1 within 6 months of employment.

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