Executive Director
Group: Klamath 9-1-1 Emergency Communications District
Location: Klamath Falls, Oregon
Salary Range: $90,353 - $125,000
Deadline Information:
Deadline Date: 02/24/2025
Posted Date: 01/27/2025
Website: https://www.sdao.com/klamath-9-1-1-emergency-communications-district-executive-director
Contact Information for Applicants
Shanta Carter
scarter@sdao.com
5094403018
Position Overview: Serves as the Executive Director to the Klamath 9-1-1 Emergency
Communications District.
The Director is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Communications District and
he/she shall, through leadership and management skills, develop the agency’s operational
plans and administer those plans. The Director reports to the elected Board of Directors.
Position is in the public sector, is exempt and not represented by the collective bargaining
unit. Must maintain current vehicle insurance and comply with all laws governing motor
vehicle use in Oregon.
Qualifications:
1. Education - A Degree in Business Management, Public Administration or a
related field is desired. A combination of education/experience may be
substituted for a bachelor’s or associate degree.
2. Experience - A minimum of six years multi-discipline (law enforcement, fire, and
EMS with transport) dispatch experience, which shall include at least two (2)
years as a supervisor or position of equal or greater responsibility required.
3. Required to hold or be able to achieve within 24 months of appointment a
supervisory, management or executive certificate in Telecommunications and
EMD in the State of Oregon through DPSST, RPL or CPE certification through
APCO, CMCP or ENP Certification through NENA or a combination.
4. Equipment used - Multiple computers with keyboarding minimum of 35 wpm,
communication equipment, fax machine, 9-1-1 telephone lines, paper shredder,
emergency generator, and copy machine. Familiarity with CAD, Vest, Logging
Recorder and Radio dispatch systems.
Responsibilities and Duties Outline:
NOT IN ORDER OF PRIORITY
• Plans, coordinates, and directs county wide emergency communications systems.
• Recommends policies to the Board of Directors and implements procedures for
Agency operations.
• Act in the capacity of District Budget Officer, prepares and recommends the
annual budget for the District.
• Maintains knowledge of all computer operating systems and radio systems.
• Ensures training requirements are met for all District employees and Board of
Director members.
• Develops and maintains reports and statistical information for administrative and
regulatory purposes.
• Develops and maintains inter-governmental relationships with all user groups.
• Maintains all related radio and telecommunications equipment to ensure
maximum efficiency. Keep up to date on changing technology and implementing
new technologies where useful.
• Has the responsibility for all employee selection and retention.
• Reports all significant District activities to the Board of Directors on a regular
basis.
• Communicates with members of the media and citizens regarding items of interest
to the public or news media.
• Communicates with other governmental agencies in order to develop and
implement policy and procedure in handling calls for service, reporting
procedures, and inter-agency programs.
• Set on all necessary committees and attends various meetings.
• Performs all duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Essential Job Functions:
Physical:
1. Ability to perform the duties listed.
Mental:
1. Must possess ability to remain calm in stressful environment of crisis &
emergencies events.
Training Period:
The new appointee shall serve a 12-month trial service period.
Compensation:
STATUS: 3 Year Contracted (12-month probation period) - Full Time Exempt
SALARY: Salary rage depending on experience $90,353 - $125,000