911 Dispatcher: Calm, Critical Calls & Rapid Response

County Emergency Communications; Pamplico (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional training

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Pamplico, SC is seeking 911 emergency dispatchers to connect and coordinate urgent help with public safety responders. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, confirming locations, and relaying critical information with calmness and precision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; prior experience is beneficial but not always required. Training, certifications, and shift work, including nights and weekends, may be part of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required
• Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants
• Useful skills include accurate typing, active listening, clear speech, basic computer proficiency

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and nonemergency calls within the assigned service area
• Confirm addresses, callback numbers, incident details, and immediate safety concerns
• Assess call priority using approved questions and agency procedures
• Enter incident information into computer-aided dispatch systems
• Dispatch appropriate responders when assigned to radio operations
• Monitor radio traffic and update responding personnel as circumstances change
• Provide approved caller instructions within training and certification
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential information

Skills

Active listening

Typing

Clear speech

Basic computer proficiency

Organize information under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Pamplico, SC is seeking 911 emergency dispatchers to connect and coordinate urgent help with public safety responders. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, confirming locations, and relaying critical information with calmness and precision.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED; prior experience is beneficial but not always required. Training, certifications, and shift work, including nights and weekends, may be part of the