911 Dispatcher

STATUS: Possibility of permanent and temporary positions JOB POSTING NUMBER: 563   POSTING PERIOD: Currently ongoing SALARY: Class 6 – from $51,173 to $78,728 / year - We recognize years of experience directly related to the position for salary placement. SCHEDULE:   33.75 hours per week, rotating shifts WORK MODE:   In-person  The challenges that await you Do you love the adrenaline rush? Can you manage your stress and emotions under pressure? Does the unpredictable excite you?   We have the job you are looking for   You receive and process urgent calls from the public in a way that ensures appropriate interventions are carried out to ensure the safety of the population of the third largest city in Quebec. You operate a computer system to receive and transmit various messages. You route information, messages, and directives to the relevant Service units or organizations.The ideal profile for us Hold a high school diploma (DES) or a college studies certificate (AEC) as a Dispatcher in an emergency call center (asset); Have two (2) years of experience in a communications center (9-1-1, airport, alarm company, etc.), a call center, or in another relevant field; Be available to work rotating shifts during the day, evening, night, weekends, and throughout the year; Have no criminal record related to the job; Very good command of French and English (written and spoken); Comfortable with computer tools and data entry.   The selection process includes various steps such as: A psychometric evaluation; An online practical exercise; Oral English test; An interview; Pre-employment checks including a security clearance. Skills Interpersonal communications Analytical ability Customer orientation Problem-solving Ability to work in a team Action-oriented Stress resistance Active listening The benefits of being part of our team Choosing the City of Laval means working for the third largest city in Quebec on diverse and stimulating mandates. It also means having the opportunity to grow within a human team that is committed and enjoys working in a pleasant environment. For this position, we offer competitive working conditions:   Full-time permanent and temporary positions;  Possibility to accumulate overtime; Shift premium (evening and night); Possibility of a career plan;  Group insurance and other competitive benefits upon permanent employment;  Employer-paid training (initial training of 4 weeks full-time during the day); Work location easily accessible with free parking; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Priority access to a CPE daycare. Only those who meet the requirements will be contacted.  The City of Laval is committed to promoting an inclusive and equitable work environment as part of its employment equity program. It recognizes and values diversity in all its forms and invites women, visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply.  If you need special accommodations to participate in the selection process, please let us know as soon as you are invited.