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Public Safety Dispatch
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What they do
A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.
$45,313 / year median in Georgia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Public Safety Dispatch Houston Healthcare
•3.4 Warner Robins, GA Job Details Full-time 4 days ago Qualifications Customer communication
Full Job Description Work Shift:
Job Summary:
The Public Safety Dispatcher displays analytical and organizational skills necessary to receive, evaluate, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance. Utilizes effective communication through verbal and typing skills to maintain efficient operations and respond to police and security situations. Exhibits technological competency to utilize complex telecommunications, alarms, and computer systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Emergency and Non-Emergency Dispatch Answer, evaluate, prioritize, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance to Police and Public Safety Officers Communications Monitoring Monitor and process calls from large number of incoming telephone lines, intercom lines, emergency call boxes and alarms Security Systems Monitoring and Emergency Response Monitor complex system of alarms, computerized access control, and CCTV Must remain calm and focused during life and death incidents to ensure Police, Security, and Medical response is appropriate and complete Public Safety Support May perform Public Safety Officer duties when assigned Performs other related duties as required
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Experience
•Two (2) years of customer service/telecommunications, military, law enforcement or security experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Education
•A high school diploma or equivalent. Additional training beyond high school Certification
•APCO, IAHSS or related certification
Physical Requirements:
Medium Max 25 lbs.: Up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); lifting 25 lbs. max; carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; occasional to frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Environmental Factors:
Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, and travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators. Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1