Emergency Call Taker — Calm, Precise Communicator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Slater-Marietta (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid leave

Employee-assistance programs

Continuing training

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks 911 Call Takers in Slater, SC to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and document details for responders. Training covers approved language usage and accessibility resources. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing and emergencies.

Candidates with high school diploma and strong listening and typing skills are encouraged to apply; background checks and assessments will follow hiring guidelines.

Qualifications

• Strong listening comprehension and clear verbal communication.
• Able to follow structured procedures and handle high-stress calls.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming emergency and nonemergency calls.
• Confirm incident location and caller information.
• Enter details into dispatch software accurately.
• Forward information to dispatch personnel promptly.
• Provide pre-arrival instructions within training.

Skills

Active listening

Accurate typing

Verbal communication

Following procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks 911 Call Takers in Slater, SC to handle emergency and nonemergency calls, verify locations, and document details for responders. Training covers approved language usage and accessibility resources. Shifts may include nights, weekends, and overtime depending on staffing and emergencies.

Candidates with high school diploma and strong listening and typing skills are encouraged to apply; background checks and assessments will follow hiring guidelines.