Blaine County
Overview
Blaine County is seeking a visionary and experienced Emergency Communications Director to lead our 911 Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) and communication operations. This is a unique opportunity to have a direct impact on public safety and emergency services across the county, working with police, fire, EMS, and local government.
About the Role You will
Oversee the daily operations of our emergency communications center.
Lead a team of professionals ensuring 24/7 emergency dispatch services.
Collaborate with local agencies, regional partners, and elected officials.
Guide strategic planning, policy development, and major technical upgrades.
Manage department budgets, contracts, grants, and capital improvements.
Key Responsibilities This role combines leadership, technology, and public safety strategy.
Manage staffing, supervision, accreditation, and department performance.
Oversee operations of CAD, RMS, radio, and telephony systems.
Chair the technical advisory committee and lead interagency coordination.
Develop short- and long-term strategic plans.
Pursue and manage state/federal grants and large-scale equipment projects.
Create and maintain policies, COOP plans, training programs, and SOPs.
Ensure compliance with CJIS, FCC, NFPA, and State 911 guidelines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Criminal Justice, or related field (master’s preferred).
5-7 years of experience in emergency communications or PSAP management.
Strong knowledge of 911 operations, CAD systems, radio technologies, and emergency dispatch protocols.
Experience managing personnel, budgets, and multi-agency coordination (preferred).
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to perform the responsibilities will be considered.
Certifications (or ability to obtain within specified timelines):
Emergency Number Professional (ENP)
APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator & Supervisor
Idaho POST Basic/Intermediate
Accreditation or certification in dispatch protocols is a plus
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About the Role You will
Oversee the daily operations of our emergency communications center.
Lead a team of professionals ensuring 24/7 emergency dispatch services.
Collaborate with local agencies, regional partners, and elected officials.
Guide strategic planning, policy development, and major technical upgrades.
Manage department budgets, contracts, grants, and capital improvements.
Key Responsibilities This role combines leadership, technology, and public safety strategy.
Manage staffing, supervision, accreditation, and department performance.
Oversee operations of CAD, RMS, radio, and telephony systems.
Chair the technical advisory committee and lead interagency coordination.
Develop short- and long-term strategic plans.
Pursue and manage state/federal grants and large-scale equipment projects.
Create and maintain policies, COOP plans, training programs, and SOPs.
Ensure compliance with CJIS, FCC, NFPA, and State 911 guidelines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Criminal Justice, or related field (master’s preferred).
5-7 years of experience in emergency communications or PSAP management.
Strong knowledge of 911 operations, CAD systems, radio technologies, and emergency dispatch protocols.
Experience managing personnel, budgets, and multi-agency coordination (preferred).
Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to perform the responsibilities will be considered.
Certifications (or ability to obtain within specified timelines):
Emergency Number Professional (ENP)
APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator & Supervisor
Idaho POST Basic/Intermediate
Accreditation or certification in dispatch protocols is a plus
#J-18808-Ljbffr