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Job Description
The Barnstable County Sheriff's Office is seeking individuals interested in starting a career in emergency communications. This per diem entry level position is responsible for operating the radio interface between ambulances and the hospitals. Primary job duties include answering a telephone, using a public safety radio, and entering data into a computer. All necessary training will be provided once hired. This position may lead to a full-time opportunity in the Communications Division. Computer proficiency, attention to detail, good typing skills (30 wpm), the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work well under pressure are all essential to the position.
AA/EEO qualifications:
CPR certificate required. 40-hour Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate desirable. Qualifications Computer proficiency, attention to detail, good typing skills (30 wpm), the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work well under pressure are all essential to the position.
AA/EEO qualifications:
CPR certificate required. 40 hour Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate desirable.
Official Title :
Dispatcher Primary Location :
United States-Massachusetts-Bourne-Armory Road Job :
Public Safety Agency :
Sheriff's Dept Barnstable Schedule :
Per Diem Shift :
Multiple Job Posting :
May 5, 2026, 1:27:24
PM Number of Openings :
1
Salary :
24.44 - 24.44 Hourly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer /