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- South Dakota Law Enforcement
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- Lake County Employment
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- South Dakota 911 Telecommunicator Application
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (FULL TIME)
Salary: $18.25 per hour DOEQ
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Possession of a valid Driver’s License; supplemented by a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a valid South Dakota Class A Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 30 days.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience operating heavy equipment.
Description:This position is responsible for operating a variety of heavy construction grade equipment and trucks utilized in the construction, maintenance, and repair of county roads, bridges, and associated structures. This position works under the general supervision of the Highway Superintendent and/or Foreman. This position performs various semi-skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of county roads, bridges, traffic control devices, warning devices, storm drainage systems, and other related duties. This position will operate a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment.
Benefits Information: Health Insurance, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Holidays
Applications: Applicants must complete the Lake County Employment Application. Applications may be completed through the Madison Job Service Office or e-mailed directly to Shelli Gust, Human Resources Specialist at shelligust@lake.sd.gov. Position is open until filled.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – 911 DISPATCHER (FULL TIME)
Salary: $15.25 per hour DOEQ, with an additional $.50 shift differential from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Additional $.50 upon obtaining county certification and additional $.50 upon obtaining state certification.
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age and possess high school diploma or GED. Ability to meet the minimum standards for employment as outlined in South Dakota Codified Laws Chapter 34-45 and South Dakota Administrative Rules Article 2:05. Must be able to type 35 wpm with accuracy. Complete background check, drug screening, physical and hearing test required.
Preferred Qualifications: Current certification as a South Dakota Basic 911 Telecommunicator, certified in Emergency Medical Dispatching and CPR, and certification as a Full-Use NCIC Operator. Residence within 30 minutes response time of the 911 Communications Center.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must obtain certification as a South Dakota Basic 911 Telecommunicator, certification in Emergency Medical Dispatching and CPR, and certification as a Full-Use NCIC Operator within one year of hire.
Description:Responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency response to public requests for law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services. Must be able to multitask and remain calm under stressful conditions. A high degree of confidentiality is required. Hours to be determined but may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits Information: Health Insurance, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Holidays
Applications: Applicants must complete the Lake County Employment Application and the South Dakota 911 Telecommunicator Application. Applications may be completed through the Madison Job Service Office or e-mailed directly to Shelli Gust, Human Resources Specialist at shelligust@lake.sd.gov. Position is open until filled.
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In addition to being posted on this website, job announcements are also posted with the Madison Job Service Office. Applicants are encouraged to use SDWORKS or contact the Madison Job Service Office to complete the application process.
Notice: Any posted position may be closed or extended at any particular time during the application period, at the discretion of Lake County.
Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, mental or physical disability, political affiliation, affectional preference, marital or veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by law.