Emergency Communications Dispatcher - 12-Hour Shifts

City of Fort Scott; Fort Scott (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Scott seeks a Communications Technician to support public safety communications. Under supervision, you will receive 911 calls, broadcast orders to units, and coordinate responses for police, fire, and EMS, ensuring timely and accurate information is relayed to responders.

Responsibilities include recording communications, assisting with weather alerts, and maintaining liaison with hospital staff and EMS personnel.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to hear and speak effectively on the telephone and before groups.

Responsibilities

• Answer 911 phone calls in a timely and accurate manner and follow up on disconnects.
• Communicate instructions to units via radio, computer, telephone or in person.
• Provide pre-arrival emergency instruction and information.
• Record calls and complaints; coordinate emergency requests with appropriate personnel.

Job description

The City of Fort Scott seeks a Communications Technician to support public safety communications. Under supervision, you will receive 911 calls, broadcast orders to units, and coordinate responses for police, fire, and EMS, ensuring timely and accurate information is relayed to responders.

Responsibilities include recording communications, assisting with weather alerts, and maintaining liaison with hospital staff and EMS personnel.