The Eden Prairie Police Department (EPPD) is on the quest for a new 911 Emergency Communications Supervisor, a vacancy that presents itself after the retirement of the long-serving supervisor of 23 years, as reported by the City of Eden Prairie, MN. This role is pivotal to the EPPD, overseeing the operations and leadership of the 12-person staff within the Communications Center. The supervisor's responsibilities extend beyond mere management of schedules and shifts; the individual is tasked with the hefty duty of prioritizing and assigning jobs, spearheading training programs, and undertaking the regular duties that come with the post of a Public Safety Telecommunicator.
According to the City of Eden Prairie, MN, the position also entails strategic involvement in both the short and long-term planning for the Communications Center's future technological engagements. This ranges from keeping up with regular maintenance to eyeing upgrades for the existing communications hardware. Not just anyone is suited for the position; the right candidate should possess a minimum of five years of experience as a 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator, armed with stellar communication prowess, the drive to inspire teamwork, and the capacity to absorb and leverage technical knowledge.
For those feeling up to the task, the clock is ticking; the deadline to apply for this crucial position is July 12 at 4 p.m. Further details about the application process can be accessed on EPPD's official job posting.
