1 December, 2017
The Town of Hopkinton is seeking qualified applicants for Public Safety Dispatchers to work on a per
diem (as needed) basis. Applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends, overnights, holidays and
with short notice.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to answering emergency and non-emergency calls for Police,
Fire and EMS, performance of Emergency Medical Dispatch, dispatching emergency personnel, as well
as other related duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Equivalency
• Confidentiality, strong attention to detail, and superior customer service skills
• Excellent written, typing, verbal, and computer skills
• Fluency (Written and Spoken) multilingual is a plus
Though the below qualifications are preferred, we are willing to train.
• Two (2) years of experience in public safety dispatch or related field preferred
• Certifications in E911, APCO – PST1, CPR and APCO EMD preferred
Hiring Salary Rate: $20.00 hourly
Internal/External Applicants:
To be considered for this position, please submit the required Application for Employment (attached) to
hr@hopkintonma.gov no later than 5:00 pm, Tuesday, December 19, 2017. You may also include a
cover letter and resume, however the Application for Employment is required. While the preferred
method of application is through e-mail or online, applications will also be accepted via walk-in or mail
at: Town Hall, Human Resources Department, 80 South Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748. The Town of
Hopkinton is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.
