911 Telecommunicator

Welcome to Henry County, Virginia. One of the keys to our success is hiring good employees. Our employees are dedicated, service oriented individuals working together to serve our community. If you are interested in joining our team, we welcome you to apply for employment opportunities with Henry County and Henry County Public Service Authority.

The Martinsville-Henry County 911 Communications Center is accepting applications for the position of Emergency 911 Telecommunicator. This highly stressful position includes dispatching police, fire and rescue personnel in response to emergency situations. The successful candidate must be able to work under pressure, multi-task, receive and transmit information accurately and clearly, work independently, and have knowledge of the geographical area. Education equivalent to graduation from high school is required, in addition to pre-employment testing. Proficiency in data entry, general computer knowledge, and experience in the use of radio and telephone communications equipment, is preferred. A thorough background investigation of the finalist(s) is required. Applicants who are offered employment must successfully complete entry-level Telecommunicator training, as well as VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) certification at the Piedmont Regional Criminal Justice Training Academy, and Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification. This is a fast-paced, 24/7 operation which requires qualified individual be available to work any shift, including weekends, holidays and overtime when needed. The minimum starting salary effective July 1, 2025 is $40,649, plus excellent benefits outlined below.

This position will remain open until filled but will close no earlier than May 30, 2025. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/sick leave; additional 13 days of vacation annually in lieu of holidays
• Defined benefit retirement plan through Virginia Retirement System
• Employer paid health insurance for employee
• Employer paid short and long-term disability (Hybrid employees)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare
• Employee Assistance Program

Applicants may use the same online application to apply to multiple job postings and update as necessary. In order to apply, one must submit his or her saved application to each job posting.

Henry County/Henry County PSA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.