Lateral Public Safety Emergency Communications Specialist

Position Overview

The Town of Vail is hiring Lateral Public Safety Emergency Communications Specialists. A hiring bonus of $6,000 is available upon successful completion of training. Starting pay ranges from $35.73 to $41.36 per hour, based on experience and certifications.

Position Summary

The Vail Public Safety Communications Center is seeking experienced Public Safety Emergency Communications Specialists to dispatch emergency service calls 24/7 for 13 public safety agencies in Eagle County.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience at a multi‑agency Police, Fire, and EMS dispatch center.
• Experience in both call taking and radio dispatcher roles.
• Strong public‑relations, communication, and problem‑solving skills with integrity.
• Clean background; successful completion of personal history statement (background check) and drug screening.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, incl...