Job Description

Certified Public Safety Dispatcher Position

The City of Sanford is accepting applications for the position of full-time

Certified Public Safety Dispatcher

with the Sanford Regional Communications Center.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation of communication equipment, receiving and transmitting routine and emergency requests for law enforcement, fire, rescue and/or emergency assistance in a coordinated and calm manner; to monitor public safety frequencies and to operate complex teletype and video terminals for automated information retrieval.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Applicants must be E-911, EFD and EMD certified.

Working knowledge of IMC is also desirable. Selected candidates will be subject to an employment records check and background check.

The City of Sanford offers a competitive salary and an environment conducive to personal growth. Additional compensation package includes: educational incentives, annual holiday buy out, annual sick time buy out and telephone allowance. The SRCC provides a 3-12 hour and 1-4 hour shift schedule per week.

Application and instruction packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department or online @ www.sanfordmaine.org under the Employment Opportunities icon. Prospective candidates MUST submit all required documents at time of application. Incomplete positions inquiries, including those without

accurate contact information,

will be rejected.

~Applications will be reviewed as received~

Applications and Resumes may be sent to:

Human Resources Department

City of Sanford, Maine

919 Main Street

Sanford, Maine04073

Post: Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Deadline: Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM

The City of Sanford is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.24 - $29.06 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person