KenCom Public Safety Dispatch Telecommunicator (Full-time)

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KenCom Public Safety Dispatch is a consolidated emergency communications center located in

Kendall County. KenCom is a 24 hour, 7 day a week operation currently serving thirteen Police,

Fire, and EMS agencies in Kendall County. KenCom is currently seeking 9-1-1

Telecommunicator applicants that have the desire to work in an exciting, challenging and

rewarding career field.

Telecommunicator job duties include, but are not limited to answering 9-1-1 telephones,

transmitting vital information to emergency personnel via the radio, relaying information via the

Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, and answering administrative lines serving the police

and fire personnel.

Telecommunicator starting salary range is between $19.59 to $24.02 per hour based on

experience. Additional benefits include an IMRF retirement plan as well as insurance packages

for medical, dental, and life.

Requirements:

 Applicants must be at least 18 years of age

 Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent

 Applicants must be able to accurately type at least 35 wpm

 Applicants must be able to pass the applicant testing, full police background

investigation, psychological exam and drug/hearing/physical screenings

 Schedule flexibility and multi-tasking are paramount

 Ability to work any of the 3 shifts, weekends and holidays along with overtime that may

be mandatory

Beneficial Qualifications:

 Previous experience in a public safety environment, preferably in 9-1-1 dispatching

 Experience with computer-based, multi-line telephone equipment

 Computer / data entry experience

Applications are available at

www.co.kendall.il.us/KenCom

or at our facility located at 1100

Cornell Lane, Yorkville, IL 60560.

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KenCom Public Safety Dispatch

1100 Cornell Lane, Yorkville, Illinois 60560

Phone (630) 553-0911

Instructions: Fill out this application completely and accurately. All statements in your application are subject to

verification. An incorrect statement(s) will remove you from the hiring process. You must personally prepare this application. If additional writing space is required, use the continuation sheet at the end of this application and identify the additional information by question number. Use the term “DNA” (does not apply) if the question does not apply.

Date: ______________ Position applied for: __________________________ Full Time Part Time Either

How did you learn about the position? __________________________________________________________________

1. Name:______________________________________________________________________________________ (Last) (First) (Middle)

2. List any other surnames or aliases you have used or been known by (include maiden name, if applicable).

___________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Home address (address number, apt., street, city, state, zip code and county).

___________________________________________________________________________________________

4. Home telephone number: ____________________________________________________________________

5. Cellular telephone number: ____________________________________________________________________

6. Email address: _______________________________________________________________________________

7. Social Security Number: ________________________________________________________________________

8. Date of Birth: ________________________________________________________________________________

9. Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status?

Yes No

10. Have you ever been employed with us before? Yes No

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Education

12. Provide the information requested regarding your educational background.

Name of School Attended Address (including City and State)

No. of Years Completed

Date(s)

Attended Field of Study

Degree Earned

Average Grade (a) High Schools

(b) Junior College(s)

(c) College(s) or University(s)

(d) Vocational School (s)

13. List any other formal education beyond high school you may have, including special training courses: _________

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14. List any professional licenses, certificates or certifications you hold or have held. _________________________

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Military Service

15. Are you a veteran of the U.S. Military? Yes No

If yes, what Branch? ___________________________________________________________________________

What type of discharge did you receive? Honorable Dishonorable Honorable Conditions

Criminal History

16. Driver’s License Number: _________________________ State: _____ Class:_____ Expiration Date: __________

Has your license ever been suspended or revoked? Yes No

If yes, please explain: __________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________

17. Have you ever been convicted of a crime? Yes No

If “Yes”, explain: (Conviction will not necessarily disqualify applicant from employment)

Date Age at time

of offense Police Agency Crime Charged Disposition

18. Have you ever been fingerprinted by a police agency other than for an arrest? Yes No

If “Yes”, explain.

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Residences

19. List your addresses for the last ten years beginning with the most current.

From Date To Date Address City and State

Employment History

20. May we contact your present and previous employers? Yes No

21. Were you ever subjected to disciplinary action in connection with any employment?

If “Yes”, explain. Yes No

______________________________________________________________________________________

22. Were you ever discharged or forced to resign because of misconduct or unsatisfactory service?

If “Yes”, explain and include name(s) & addresses of employers. Yes No

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23. List all jobs you have held, including periods of unemployment. List your present or most recent job first. Include Military Service in the proper time sequence and temporary or part-time jobs.

Company Name Type of Business

Address City

State Zip Phone #

Supervisor’s Name Salary

Job Duties Reason for Leaving

Employed from (date) Employed to (date)

Address City

State Zip Phone #

Address City

State Zip Phone #

Address City

State Zip Phone #

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Address City

State Zip Phone #

Address City

State Zip Phone #

References

24. Provide the names of four adults who are not related to you, are not former employers and have known you for at least five years. All persons to whom you refer will be asked to appraise your character, ability, experience, personality and other qualities.

Name Address Personal Phone #

Occupation Business Phone # # of Years Known

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25. I hereby certify that there are no willful misrepresentations, omissions, or falsifications in this application and that all of my answers are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

I am aware that willfully withholding information or making false statements on this application or during the employment process may be considered sufficient cause for rejection or be the basis for dismissal from KenCom Public Safety Dispatch, no matter when discovered.

I agree to these conditions and I hereby certify that all statements made by me on this application are true and complete, to the best of my knowledge.

_______________________________________________ _______________________________ Signature in Full Date

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