Emergency Dispatcher & Telecommunicator Trainee

911 Emergency Communications; Hatteras (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Employer-provided training

Job summary

911 Emergency Communications in Hatteras, NC seeks Dispatcher Trainee / Telecommunicator Trainee to begin a career in emergency communications. The program introduces you to receiving calls, documenting incidents, operating dispatch systems, and supporting emergency response operations.

Training blends classroom instruction, simulations, and supervised console assignments. Trainees may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as training milestones are completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required.
• Basic computer skills and clear communication are important.
• Willingness to receive feedback and complete assessments.

Responsibilities

• Learn emergency call-taking procedures and agency terminology.
• Document incidents and gather essential details.
• Develop typing and dispatch skills with supervision.
• Learn radio procedures and monitor unit statuses.

Job description

911 Emergency Communications in Hatteras, NC seeks Dispatcher Trainee / Telecommunicator Trainee to begin a career in emergency communications. The program introduces you to receiving calls, documenting incidents, operating dispatch systems, and supporting emergency response operations.

Training blends classroom instruction, simulations, and supervised console assignments. Trainees may work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as training milestones are completed.