911 Emergency Dispatcher — Calm, Critical-Response Role

County Emergency Communications; Orlean (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employee-assistance services

Professional training

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Orlean, VA is seeking 911 Emergency Dispatchers to connect callers with public safety responders. You may receive emergency and nonemergency calls, confirm details, and coordinate multiple systems while maintaining composure under pressure.

Responsibilities include assessing priorities, entering data into CAD, dispatching responders, and ensuring accurate, confidential information. Some positions may involve overtime and shift work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalency credential commonly required.
• Useful skills include accurate typing, active listening, clear speech, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to organize information under pressure.

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 the limits of training and certification
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential information

Skills

Accurate typing

Active listening

Clear speech

Basic computer proficiency

Organizing information under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Orlean, VA is seeking 911 Emergency Dispatchers to connect callers with public safety responders. You may receive emergency and nonemergency calls, confirm details, and coordinate multiple systems while maintaining composure under pressure.

Responsibilities include assessing priorities, entering data into CAD, dispatching responders, and ensuring accurate, confidential information. Some positions may involve overtime and shift work.