Calm-Command 911 Dispatcher — Emergency Communications Pro

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Kaltag (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid leave

Professional training

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kaltag, AK invites applications for 911 Emergency Dispatcher roles. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and coordinate responders according to agency procedures.

The job requires calm communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple systems under pressure. Training and certifications may be required by the agency.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Some agencies recruit entry-level applicants; others require prior emergency communications experience or current certifications.

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.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Clear speech

Basic computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Kaltag, AK invites applications for 911 Emergency Dispatcher roles. You will handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and coordinate responders according to agency procedures.

The job requires calm communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple systems under pressure. Training and certifications may be required by the agency.