911 Dispatcher: Public Safety & EMS Ready to Respond

Obsolete Site; Wainwright (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site in Alaska is seeking an Emergency Dispatcher to answer 911 calls and coordinate response with police, fire, ambulance, and hazmat units. You will manage incident information, operate CAD and radio systems, and provide pre-arrival instructions to callers.

Candidates should have related experience and be able to work rotating shifts in a high-stress environment. The role requires knowledge of emergency protocols, certification requirements, and the ability to maintain accurate unit

Qualifications

• Specialized experience operating emergency dispatching or communications equipment.
• Four years of education above high school in a relevant field.
• Combination of education and experience may qualify.
• GS-06/07 requires experience with 911 call assessment and dispatch systems.

Responsibilities

• Answer 911 calls and dispatch appropriate public safety units.
• Provide initial incident command support until responders arrive.
• Interrogate caller to determine problem and nature of call.
• Identify emergency type and required response per local protocols.
• Transfer calls to proper agency and dispatch equipment (police, fire, EMS, hazmat).
• Maintain accurate status of equipment and personnel for prompt response.
• Operate CAD, telephones, radios, and station alert systems.
• Provide EMS dispatching assistance to medical emergencies.

Skills

Emergency dispatching

Telecommunications equipment

Radio systems

Pre-arrival instructions

Education

Four years of education above high school

Tools

CAD systems

Office automation software

Job description

Obsolete Site in Alaska is seeking an Emergency Dispatcher to answer 911 calls and coordinate response with police, fire, ambulance, and hazmat units. You will manage incident information, operate CAD and radio systems, and provide pre-arrival instructions to callers.

Candidates should have related experience and be able to work rotating shifts in a high-stress environment. The role requires knowledge of emergency protocols, certification requirements, and the ability to maintain accurate unit