Emergency Service Dispatcher

Beaufort County South Carolina; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County Council is seeking an Emergency Services Dispatcher (BCSO) to join the 24/7 Communications Center. The dispatcher listens to calls, gathers critical incident data, and dispatches appropriate responders quickly and efficiently.

Must type 35 WPM, have no criminal history, and pass pre-employment tests. Applicants must be willing to work any shift and remain on duty during emergencies such as hurricanes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No criminal history.
• Must pass all pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 35 correct words a minute.
• Must be willing to work any shift to which you are assigned.
• Must be willing to remain on duty when activated for an emergency such as a hurricane.

Responsibilities

• Listen to calls, obtain critical information about the incident and dispatch the appropriate emergency responders.
• Communicate effectively in writing, in person and/or over the telephone and radio.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing 35 WPM

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCHER (BCSO):

Our Communications Center is in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and receives more than half a million calls annually. The Emergency Services Dispatcher (ESD) is the first voice someone in need hears when they call for help. The ESD must be able to professionally listen to the call, obtain critical information about the incident and dispatch the appropriate emergency responders as quickly and efficiently as possible.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No criminal history
• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing, in person and/or over the telephone and radio.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 35 correct words a minute.
• Must pass all pre-employment testing.
• Must be willing to work any shift to which you are assigned.
• Must be willing to remain on duty when activated for an emergency such as a hurricane.

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.