What are the responsibilities and job description for the 911 Dispatcher position at City of Hastings, NE?
Wage: $24.30 - $32.83 per hour
Benefits Offered
Testing Required With Appointment
Available Until: 5:00 pm CST, August 17, 2026
August 20th & 21st – On-site Typing & Written Testing
August 25th OR 26th – Oral Board Interview
August 28th – Conditional Offers made
department
Emergency Operations Center
SUMMARY
Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment at emergency response center. Receive reports from the public of crimes, disturbances, fires, and medical or police emergencies. Relay information to appropriate response personnel. May maintain contact with caller until responders arrive.
qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of work experience involving public contact (either direct or via telephone) and keyboarding or data entry.
Must be able to type a minimum of 40 wpm.
Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus, but not a requirement.
Special Qualifications
Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification in the operation of the National Crime Information Computer within twelve months of hire.
Possession of Law Enforcement Training Center Telecommunicator Course Certificate within twelve months of hire.
Maintain required minimum continuing education requirements.
HOURS
Full time, shift work
Shifts vary between 8 and 12 hours in length
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals may apply online
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1228 N Denver Ave
Hastings, NE 68901
402-462-3535
Deadline to apply: 5:00 pm CST, August 17, 2026
EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant
This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.
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Benefits Offered
Testing Required With Appointment
Available Until: 5:00 pm CST, August 17, 2026
- Mark your calendar with the following dates*
August 20th & 21st – On-site Typing & Written Testing
August 25th OR 26th – Oral Board Interview
August 28th – Conditional Offers made
department
Emergency Operations Center
SUMMARY
Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment at emergency response center. Receive reports from the public of crimes, disturbances, fires, and medical or police emergencies. Relay information to appropriate response personnel. May maintain contact with caller until responders arrive.
qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of work experience involving public contact (either direct or via telephone) and keyboarding or data entry.
Must be able to type a minimum of 40 wpm.
Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus, but not a requirement.
Special Qualifications
Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification in the operation of the National Crime Information Computer within twelve months of hire.
Possession of Law Enforcement Training Center Telecommunicator Course Certificate within twelve months of hire.
Maintain required minimum continuing education requirements.
HOURS
Full time, shift work
Shifts vary between 8 and 12 hours in length
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals may apply online
Human Resources\"")/*]] >*/
1228 N Denver Ave
Hastings, NE 68901
402-462-3535
Deadline to apply: 5:00 pm CST, August 17, 2026
EOE/M/F/D/Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace/E-verify Participant
This position is subject to veteran's preference per Neb. statute 48-225 thru 48-227.
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Salary : $24 - $33