To ensure emergencies and calls for service continue to be answered, the Kentucky State Police agency is recruiting Kentuckians to apply to become KSP telecommunicators to serve as a 'hero behind the headset.'
Recently, Gov. Andy Beshear raised annual salaries for telecommunicators by more than $8,000, now with a starting salary of more than $41,000.
Telecommunicators handle dispatch duties for Kentucky state troopers, commercial vehicle enforcement officers, conservation officers and other emergency service agencies, as needed. In 2022, telecommunicators answered more than 622,000 calls, resulting in more than 396,000 requests for assistance.
KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett, Jr. says telecommunicators are the backbone for emergency responders, and the agency needs at least 49 individuals to join Team Kentucky to provide critical assistance and assurance to their neighbors and loved ones.
The requirements to become a KSP telecommunicator include:
- Must be a High School Graduate
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to handle highly stressful and challenging conditions
- Handle flexible work schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to learn and adapt, especially in areas of technology
For more information, visit the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet's website or contact your local KSP post.
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