Dispatcher/EMT (Seasonal) Chicago Zoological Society -
Illinois
This position contributes to the success of the Chicago Zoological Society by responding to calls from employees and guests for emergency and routine assistance assuring a positive and safe guest experience. Coordinates all radio communications for the Police and Life Safety Departments and the Society, in general. Answers incoming calls into the Police Department and dispatches Police units accordingly. Provides emergency medical aid to guests and employees as needed. Operates the communication center for the Police and Life Safety Departments and the Society, in general. Promptly answers calls to the station and dispatches Police units accordingly. Maintains incidents cards for responding units. Provides emergency medical assistance to guests and staff and performs ambulance duty as required. Medical assistance includes, but is not limited to patient transports, extrication, loading and unloading patient onto stretcher and in/out of the ambulance, and CPR/AED to basic life saving under the guidelines set by Loyola Medical Center. Completes required internal and state reports. Contacts and coordinates communications with municipal agencies during emergencies and non-emergencies as necessary. Maintains the Society's Lost and Found service for guests and staff. Monitor the weather and fire alarm systems and notifies manager of identified issues. Other related duties as assigned. Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent combination of related training and experience required. Minimum 1 to 2 years experience preferred in police/EMS dispatching and guest relations. Emergency Medical Technician certification required; must remain current in Emergency Medical Services continuing education as mandated per licensing requirements. Must be able to handle emergency situations calmly and be able to work effectively at all levels of the emergency response. Must be flexible and able to respond and adapt to changes and shifting priorities. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely and have strong interpersonal skills. Eye for accuracy, completeness, and detail. Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities. Must have a high level of energy, be self motivated, possess excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills and must promote excellence in customer (internal and external) service. Position requires rotating days off, varied starting times, working weekends and holidays and other schedule changes due to special events. Valid driver's license required. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois license within 90 days of hire. Valid out-of-state license required for out-of-state residents. Experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience. Multi-lingual ability and Spanish fluency a plus. This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform. This is a part-time position working approximately 20 hours per week based on the needs of the operation. Must gain a strong working understanding of department operations and procedures, along with an understanding of the Society's mission, vision, values and operating philosophies and how work activities impact the operation of the zoo and other departments. Must represent the Society in a professional manner at all times. Starting Salary $15.48 per hour.
If you would like to be considered for a current open position with Chicago Zoological Society, email your cover letter and resume noting the full position title and requisition id# in the subject line to: greatjobs@czs.org
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmitive Action Employer -
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
IllinoisCareers.com - 13 months ago
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