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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended protects applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), or national origin. Religious discrimination includes failing to reasonably accommodate an employee's religious practices where the accommodation does not impose undue hardship. and the West Virginia human rights commission. Jefferson County also protects those with disabilities, employees age 40 years or older from discrimination, sexual discrimination and genetic discrimination.

All of these federal laws prohibit covered entities such as Jefferson County from retaliating against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in discrimination, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice.

If you feel there is an issue with discrimination, please see Jefferson County Policies and Procedures on the County's website to complete an Issue Resolution Form. Please completed and submit to your Elected Official or the County Administrator.

There are strict time limits for filing charges of employment discrimination. To preserve the ability of EEOC to act on your behalf and to protect your right to file a private lawsuit, should you ultimately need to, you should contact EEOC promptly when discrimination is suspected. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) contact information is: 1-800-669-6820 or 1-800-669-6820 (EEOC TTY number for individuals with hearing impairments). EEOC field office information is available at www.eeoc.gov or in most telephone directors in the U.S. Government or Federal Government section. Additional information about EEOC, including information about charge filing is available at www.eeoc.gov and through the West Virginia Human Rights Commission.

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Deputy Director of Emergency Communications

Type:Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate:$63,668-$101,869
Posted Date:07/31/2024
Deadline to Apply:10/22/2025 4:59 PM

The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Communications is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Communications Director. The primary responsibility of the position is to manage the supervisory staff and to assist the Communications Director with the efficient operation of the Emergency Communications Center, providing mid-level administrative oversight of the Department and excellent constituent relations with the public. Please see full job description here for additional details.

Why Work for Jefferson County?

Meaningful Work: Serve your community and contribute to projects that make a difference.
Career Growth: We invest in your success with training and development opportunities.
Extensive Benefits Package: We offer health/prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, as well as enrollment in the West Virginia Public Employee Retirement System or West Virginia Emergency Medical Services Retirement System.
Education Assistance: Take advantage of tuition reduction programs with Shepherd University and American Public University.
Diverse Opportunities: Whether you're skilled in administration, planning and development, or public safety, we have a place for you!

Jefferson County Employee Benefits

Strong employee benefits package includes West Virginia EMS Retirement System; heath, vision, and dental insurance plans; paid vacation leave; paid sick leave, and thirteen to fifteen paid holidays per calendar year.

TO APPLY

Deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Position to remain open until filled.

Please send resume to Jessica James, Chief Human Resource Officer, via email at jobs@jeffersoncountywv.org, with "Deputy Director" in the subject line.

Or send via US mail to:

Jefferson County Commission

c/o Jessica James, CHRO

PO BOX 250

Charles Town, WV 25414

Grade VII, 80-hour position

Salary Range

Base: $63,668

Max: $101,869

* Please note the difference between the salary base and salary maximum represents the earning potential for this position. While candidates will be provided a salary commensurate with their level of education and experience, the maximum salary advertised, though possible, is not probable.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree, and three to five (3-5) years of experience as a Supervising Public Safety Dispatcher; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Strong perferene for applicants with managerial/supervisory experience, policy writing experience, and technological aptitude.

Special Requirements: Certification in APCO/PDS Basic Dispatcher course and West Virginia Automated Police Network (WEAPON) within the first year of employment, and successfully complete all PDS courses during training.

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