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DISPATCHER – 911 COMMUNICATIONS CENTER

The Town of Dalton is looking to hire a 911 Dispatcher.  Shifts are to be determined and will include weekends and holidays.  Starting salary is $22.53 per hour, plus shift differential, with an annual increase.

Dispatchers answer incoming calls and requests for service; dispatch appropriate personnel to calls, as required; coordinate back-up support activities via radio; determine priorities among calls; monitor the radio system; perform registration, license and criminal checks.  Operate NCIC computer terminal to obtain or input information on persons, property, and vehicles in nationwide law enforcement network.  Position requires ongoing contact with the general public, town departments, and emergency personnel requiring excellent customer service skills.

High school diploma and general office experience required.  All applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check.  The successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain E-9-1-1, NCIC, & EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) Certifications.

Submit a resume with a letter of interest and an Employment Application via mail, e-mail, or in-person to: Communications Center, Town Hall, 462 Main Street, Dalton, MA 01226 (daltoncc@dalton-ma.gov).

The Town of Dalton is an equal opportunity employer.

Performs a variety of skilled duties operating equipment involving the construction, repairing, cleaning, and maintaining of Town roads, drainage systems, and the maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Performs all other related work as required.

High School diploma or equivalent; five years’ experience in road construction and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special requirements:  Possession of a valid class B CDL driver’s license and a Hoisting License.  Air Brakes endorsement and all licenses required by Federal or State authorities to operate any motor equipment.

Knowledge:  Knowledge of all safety requirements and procedures. Working knowledge of the proper use of all motor equipment. Knowledge of principles of construction, and of field operations. Knowledge of sewer configurations and of the operation of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment.

 Abilities:   Ability to perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks. Ability to successfully carry out detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, state officials and contractors. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, varied equipment, hand and power tools and heavy machinery.

Skill:  Skilled in the use of all applicable motor equipment. This position requires excellent operations skills, strong organizational skills, and skills in all of the above listed tools and equipment.

Physical requirements:  Moderate to heavy physical effort is often required to perform functions which involves occasional lifting more than 100 pounds. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, sit, and hear for extended periods. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls, reaches with hands and arms, crawls, and climbs. Vision and hearing must be at or correctable to normal ranges.

Starting salary $26.69 per hour.  Recommended minimum qualifications include: Class D License. Must be able to demonstrate the skill to operate public works equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Requires knowledge of lawn mowers, weed whacking, and small hand tools.

Submit a resume with a letter of interest and an Employment Application via mail, e-mail, or in-person to: Lori Venezia, Executive Assistant, Town, 462 Main Street, Dalton, MA 01226 (LVenezia@dalton-ma.gov).

The Town of Dalton is an equal opportunity employer.

The Dalton Council on Aging & Senior Center is looking for a highly motivated and organized individual to provide support to the Council on Aging and Outreach. Processing invoices, deposits, record keeping, and communications with the COA Board.  Main duties include coordination of transportation services and providing assistance with ongoing activities within the Senior Center, ensuring smooth operations.  Qualifications include High School diploma or GED equivalency, computer and software skills, multitasking abilities and a good sense of humor to create a positive atmosphere for our seniors.  Salary is contingent with experience.  Applications are available on the Dalton Town Hall website or may be picked up at the Senior Center.

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Submit a resume with a letter of interest and an Employment Application via mail, e-mail, or in-person to: Lori Venezia, Office of the Town Manager, Town Hall, 462 Main Street, Dalton, MA 01226 (lvenezia@dalton-ma.gov).

The Town of Dalton is an equal opportunity employer.