Emergency Dispatch Trainee — Start in Public Safety

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Kings Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Training program

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking dedicated trainees for public safety communications. Training blends classroom instruction, simulations, and supervised console assignments, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

You will learn emergency call-taking procedures, verify locations, gather essential incident details, and develop accurate typing and CAD skills. Expect instruction on service-area geography, radio procedures, confidentiality, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Basic computer skills, clear communication, and accurate typing are valued.
• Willingness to receive feedback during training and assessments.

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 duties under supervision and complete milestones.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Computer literacy

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services is seeking dedicated trainees for public safety communications. Training blends classroom instruction, simulations, and supervised console assignments, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

You will learn emergency call-taking procedures, verify locations, gather essential incident details, and develop accurate typing and CAD skills. Expect instruction on service-area geography, radio procedures, confidentiality, and