Alarm Room Operator

3 days ago

Richmond Hill, Canada City of Richmond Hill Full time

Posting Id
- 3088
- Department
- Community Services
- Division
- Fire Services
- Rate of Pay
- $64,347.25 -$111,145.25 Annual
- Job Type
- Permanent Full Time
- Posting Type
- Internal and External
- Posting Date
- 08/14/2025
- Application Deadline
- 09/04/2025

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Communications Officer and indirectly to the Assistant Deputy Chief - Communications, the Alarm Room Operator (ARO) position comprises two job functions: fire department call-taker and dispatcher. The ARO is responsible for receiving, evaluating, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service in a timely and accurate manner. Operating in a high-stress environment, the ARO uses the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, radio, and telecommunications equipment to coordinate the fire department response and support field personnel. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and focused during critical incidents.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Receive emergency and administrative calls for service and/or advice, process and record necessary information applicable to the situation
- Dispatch appropriate personnel and apparatus using a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
- Accurately enter, update, and maintain call information and incident records
- Interpret and relay critical information quickly and clearly to the appropriate agencies
- Operate complex computer and telecommunications equipment
- Track and maintain resource status
- Provide exceptional customer service

**Education and Experience**:

- Minimum of Grade 12 diploma or Ontario-approved equivalent
- Valid and current certification in First Aid and CPR is required

**Required Skills/Knowledge**:

- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to relay information clearly and accurately in a high-stress environment
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- Ability to interpret maps, addresses and/or geographical information
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team
- Keyboarding at a minimum of 45 wpm
- Proficient computer skills
- Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
- Ability to work rotating shifts and in a restrictive environment
- Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
- Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
- Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
- Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
- Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
- Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service

**Leadership Competencies**:

- Demonstrates personal leadership
- Builds people and culture
- Cultivates open communication
- Shapes the future
- Navigates and leads through complexity and change

The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

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