911 Emergency Dispatcher - Urgent Need

911 Emergency Communications; New Ellenton (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional training

Employee assistance services

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Ellenton, GA is seeking skilled dispatchers to handle emergency and nonemergency calls within the designated service area. You will confirm locations, update incident details, and relay critical information to responders while juggling multiple systems.

This role requires calm communication, active listening, and precise data entry. Training is provided; overtime and shift work may apply per assignment and agency needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants or require certifications.
• Testing scores, experience and training deadlines vary by agency.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and nonemergency calls within the assigned 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 responders when assigned to radio operations
• Monitor radio traffic and update responding personnel as circumstances change
• Provide caller instructions within training limits
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidential information

Skills

Active listening

Typing

Clear speech

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

911 Emergency Dispatcher Opportunities in Ellenton

911 Emergency Dispatchers connect people who need urgent help with the public safety personnel who respond. In this role, you may receive emergency calls, gather essential information, and coordinate police, fire, or emergency medical resources according to agency procedures.

The work requires calm communication and careful attention. Dispatchers must listen closely, confirm incident locations, document changing circumstances, and relay accurate information while managing multiple communication systems.

Position Details

Duty Location

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Employer

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Emergency communications centers commonly operate around the clock. Depending on the position, assignments may include overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, rotating schedules, and required overtime.

What You May Do

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

Experience and Education Requirements

A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required. Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants, while others require previous emergency communications experience or current certifications.

Useful skills include accurate typing, active listening, clear speech, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to organize information under pressure. The official announcement determines required testing scores, experience, and training deadlines.

General Conditions of Employment

Meet the agency’s minimum age and employment eligibility requirements

Complete required background screening and hiring assessments

Complete medical, psychological, or drug screening when required

Obtain and maintain applicable telecommunicator certifications

Follow information-security and confidentiality requirements

Remain available for assigned shifts and emergency staffing needs

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position generally involves extended workstation duties, headset use, keyboard entry, and monitoring multiple screens. Employees may handle distressing calls and rapidly changing incidents. Essential functions and any accommodation process are described by the hiring agency.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive health coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, employee-assistance services, and professional training. Shift differentials, overtime compensation, and other benefits depend on the employer and appointment terms.