911 Dispatcher

9-1-1

Dispatcher Salary Range:

$35,776.00-$47,737.04 Included benefits: 13 Paid Holidays per year Paid Vacation Time Paid Sick Time Paid Personal/Mental Health Days Paid Health/Dental/Vision Insurance (100% Paid by Agency) Retirement Plan Do you want to get into Public Safety and help your community? Washington County Central Dispatch 9-1-1 is accepting applications for full-time emergency dispatchers. Responsibilities and expectations include, but are not limited to: Have HS diploma or GED. Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Be able to work at least 40 hours weekly. Be able to work shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Type at least 30-35 wpm. Work efficiently with Windows OS and Microsoft Office programs like Excel and Word. Pass drug screening. Pass a criminal background check and not be convicted of any felony. Be able to handle high-pressure situations and remain calm under stress. Be able to multitask and manage multiple emergency calls at the same time. Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to emergency situations. Have strong attention to detail and be able to accurately document information. Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor at all times when interacting with the public, emergency personnel, and other colleagues. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Receive and process emergency calls, including 9-1-1 calls, non-emergency calls, and calls from other agencies. Obtain relevant information from callers, such as the location of the emergency, the nature of the emergency, circumstances surrounding the emergency, and the contact information of the caller. Dispatch emergency services, such as police, fire, and ambulance, to the appropriate location. Communicate important information to emergency personnel, such as the nature of the emergency, the location, and any other relevant details via radio. Maintain contact with emergency services to ensure that appropriate assistance is provided to the caller. Provide pre-arrival instructions to the caller, such as CPR or other first aid instructions, when necessary.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$35,776.00 - $47,737.04 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person