Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainee

County Emergency Communications; Perry Park (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employer-provided training

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Perry offers Dispatcher Trainee and Telecommunicator Trainee opportunities. Trainees learn to receive calls, document incidents, operate dispatch systems, and support emergency response operations under supervision.

As training progresses, duties expand based on demonstrated skills, certifications, and performance, with classroom instruction, simulations, and hands-on assignments, including nights, weekends, and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Trainee positions are often intended for applicants without previous dispatch experience.
• Basic computer skills, clear communication, accurate typing, and willingness to receive feedback are valued.

Responsibilities

• Learn emergency call-taking procedures and agency terminology
• Practice confirming locations and gathering essential incident details
• Develop accurate typing and computer-aided dispatch skills
• Study service-area geography, maps, and response jurisdictions
• Learn radio procedures and unit-status monitoring
• Observe and perform assigned duties under supervision
• Complete assessments, coaching sessions, and training milestones
• Learn confidentiality, security, and professional-conduct requirements

Skills

Clear communication

Accurate typing

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Perry offers Dispatcher Trainee and Telecommunicator Trainee opportunities. Trainees learn to receive calls, document incidents, operate dispatch systems, and support emergency response operations under supervision.

As training progresses, duties expand based on demonstrated skills, certifications, and performance, with classroom instruction, simulations, and hands-on assignments, including nights, weekends, and overtime.