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Emergency Communications Specialist

Town Of Hartford
Junction, VT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
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Emergency Communications Specialist

The Hartford, Vermont Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time Emergency Communications Specialist. This position requires working in a fast-paced telecommunication center answering business and 911 emergency calls and dispatching appropriate police, fire, EMS or other emergency response personnel. The successful applicant will become familiar with computer-based dispatching systems. Training will be provided for the successful candidate to become an EMD and NG911 certified. Learn more about what you can expect.

Qualifications

In addition to those requirements established by the Vermont Enhanced 911 Board and the Vermont Crime Information Center (VCIC), the Hartford Police Department has identified the following minimum qualifications for all communications applicants:

  • Age 18 at the time of certification
  • U.S. Citizenship or documented authorization to work in the United States
  • High school graduate or GED

Applicants for the position of Emergency Communications Specialist must successfully complete the following requirements in connection with certification:

  • National Dispatcher Selection Test
  • Typing skills assessment
  • Panel interview
  • Background, character, and criminal history investigation
  • Drug screening

The position involves shift work (evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) with occasional required overtime.

This is an opportunity for a self-motivated and dedicated individual to join a professional communication staff in a modern dispatching environment.

Starting pay is $25.28 per hour while in training and includes a complete comprehensive benefits package.

A fill form application can be downloaded by here (PDF).

An application can also be requested by email or picked up in person at the police department. The police department uses one application for all positions.

Letter of interest, resumes, and an application should be emailed to: dmacdonald@hartford-vt.org

Or Mailed To

Hartford Police Department

Attn: Lieutenant Duncan MacDonald

812 VA Cutoff Rd

White River Junction, VT 05001.

The Town of Hartford is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $25

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