Emergency Communications Dispatcher (Public Safety)

Houston-County; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston-County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a Communication Officer (Sheriff's Department) Grade 15A to join the 911 communications team in Warner Robins, GA. The role handles emergency calls, dispatches units, and coordinates with public safety agencies using law enforcement computer systems.

Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in emergency or radio communications, with the ability to work rotating shifts and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in emergency communications, radio communications or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates telephones, communications equipment, and law enforcement computers.
• Receives, screens and monitors routine and emergency calls by radio and telephone; categorizes and prioritizes calls.
• Dispatches appropriate agency personnel to incident locations and coordinates backup units.

Skills

Emergency communications

Radio communications

Data entry

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Law enforcement computer systems

Radio equipment

Job description

Houston-County Sheriff’s Department is seeking a Communication Officer (Sheriff's Department) Grade 15A to join the 911 communications team in Warner Robins, GA. The role handles emergency calls, dispatches units, and coordinates with public safety agencies using law enforcement computer systems.

Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in emergency or radio communications, with the ability to work rotating shifts and weekends as required.