Job Description
Do you have a strong attention to detail, the ability to remain calm in stressful environments, and the ability to act quickly when given instruction? If you answered yes to these questions, then the 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatcher and Telecommunicator job may be for you. As a certified telecommunicator, the hired individual receives calls from the public regarding crime and emergencies; dispatches appropriate safety service response; maintains records of actions taken; and monitors/operates various radio, telephone, teletype, computer and office equipment.
The ability to communicate tactfully and courteously while occasionally in emergencies is a requirement for this position, and the candidate must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent to be considered. Two years of general receptionist/clerical experience, prior positions operating in high volume/high-intensity environments, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties is also a requirement for this position. If you meet these requirements and would like to be of service to others, we would like to encourage you to apply today.