Emergency Services Dispatcher — Life-Saving Dispatch Operator

DLA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a federal Emergency Services Dispatcher. The role requires handling 911 calls, providing pre-arrival medical instructions, and maintaining dispatch center equipment and records for emergency responses.

Ideal candidates will have one year of specialized experience in emergency dispatch, familiarity with dispatch systems, and ability to interpret applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience directly related to Emergency Services Dispatcher duties.
• Experience including answering 911 calls and using dispatch equipment.
• Experience providing instruction on emergency medical procedures.
• Experience interpreting pertinent laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced emergency medical dispatch life support through pre-arrival instructions to callers.
• Operates and maintains all Dispatch Call Center equipment, including State Police Systems to obtain criminal background information.
• Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses.

Skills

911 call handling

Emergency dispatch equipment

EMD instructions

Regulations interpretation

Job description

Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a federal Emergency Services Dispatcher. The role requires handling 911 calls, providing pre-arrival medical instructions, and maintaining dispatch center equipment and records for emergency responses.

Ideal candidates will have one year of specialized experience in emergency dispatch, familiarity with dispatch systems, and ability to interpret applicable laws and regulations.