911 Emergency Dispatcher: Calm, Rapid Response

911 Emergency Communications; Tillar (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional training

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks dispatchers for opportunities in Tillar, AR. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations and details, and coordinate police, fire and EMS per agency procedures.

The role requires calm, precise typing, active listening, and the ability to multitask across radios and computer systems. Training and certifications may be required, with testing and deadlines set by the announcing agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants.
• Typing, listening, clear speech and organizing information under pressure are essential.
• Official announcements determine testing scores, experience and training deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and nonemergency calls within the service area.
• Confirm addresses, callback numbers, incident details, and safety concerns.
• Assess call priority using approved questions and agency procedures.
• Enter incident information into CAD 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 records and protect confidential information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Clear speech

Basic computer proficiency

Information organization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks dispatchers for opportunities in Tillar, AR. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations and details, and coordinate police, fire and EMS per agency procedures.

The role requires calm, precise typing, active listening, and the ability to multitask across radios and computer systems. Training and certifications may be required, with testing and deadlines set by the announcing agency.