Entry Level Dispatcher - Per Diem

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 /

ADA Coordinator :

Colleen Wooding - 5085634307