Emergency Dispatch Trainee — Telecommunicator in Training

911 Emergency Communications; Plattenville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employer-provided training

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications seeks Dispatcher Trainee in Plattenville, LA. This trainee program introduces you to receiving calls, documenting incidents, operating dispatch systems, and supporting emergency response operations.

Training combines classroom and supervised duties, with shifts including nights and weekends as needed. Completion leads to independent duties and certifications per agency standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is commonly required.
• Trainee roles may not require prior dispatch experience.
• Excellent communication and typing accuracy are important.

Responsibilities

• Learn emergency call-taking procedures and agency terminology.
• Gather essential incident details and confirm locations.
• Develop CAD and radio procedures under supervision.
• Observe and perform assigned duties as training milestones are met.

Skills

Clear communication

Basic computer skills

Accurate typing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer-aided Dispatch (CAD)

Job description

911 Emergency Communications seeks Dispatcher Trainee in Plattenville, LA. This trainee program introduces you to receiving calls, documenting incidents, operating dispatch systems, and supporting emergency response operations.

Training combines classroom and supervised duties, with shifts including nights and weekends as needed. Completion leads to independent duties and certifications per agency standards.