Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Save Lives Fast

911 Emergency Communications; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Jasper, IN seeks a dedicated dispatcher to connect callers with police, fire, and medical responders. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, confirming locations, and coordinating resources per agency procedures.

Ideal candidates will have strong listening skills, accurate typing, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Applicants should meet basic education requirements and be prepared for a shift-oriented schedule with potential

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Typing accuracy, active listening, clear speech, basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to organize information under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and nonemergency calls within the service area.
• Confirm addresses, callback numbers, incident details, and safety concerns.
• Assess call priority per agency procedures.
• Enter incident information into dispatch systems.
• Dispatch responders and monitor radio traffic as situations change.
• Provide caller instructions within training limits.
• Maintain records and protect confidentiality.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Jasper, IN seeks a dedicated dispatcher to connect callers with police, fire, and medical responders. The role involves handling emergency and nonemergency calls, confirming locations, and coordinating resources per agency procedures.

Ideal candidates will have strong listening skills, accurate typing, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Applicants should meet basic education requirements and be prepared for a shift-oriented schedule with potential