Dispatcher - Kennebunkport

Start Date: July 25, 2024 | End Date: August 30, 2024
County: York County
Job Type: Public Safety - Police

The Kennebunkport Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher. We are a coastal town with seasonal residential influxes and an engaged community whose values are based on mutual support. The Kennebunkport Police Department is very service-oriented and community-based, so the ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, dedicated, and positive individual.

Dispatchers are required to manage service requests for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical help via 911, telephone, radio, and in person. All calls are documented using computer software systems and established protocols. Dealing with the public and having the ability to type 40+ words a minute are required. All applicants must be high school graduates or hold a GED and be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire. Preference will be given to applicants already holding a Maine certification for Emergency Telecommunications. If not already certified, a new employee must be able to successfully complete all certification requirements in the first six (6) months of employment, including Emergency Telecommunicator Course and Terminal Operator Certification courses. The starting pay rate is $27.48 and can go up to $30.76, depending on the experience level and certifications.

There's a job, and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13.5 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 2 weeks of vacation leave annually.
• Health Insurance Coverage– Kennebunkport pays 85% of health insurance premium.
• Retirement Plan– Kennebunkport contributes to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), and/or ICMA 457 program on behalf of the employee.  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive 10 workdays of fully paid parental complementing leave.  
• Career Advancement – training and tuition reimbursement programs.                

Please submit the town application, resume, and cover letter through email to  ynickless@kennebunkportme.gov  The position is open until filled, but the review of applications begins immediately. The Town of Kennebunkport is an equal-opportunity employer.