Public Safety Dispatcher - 9-1-1 (Entry Level)

Charleston County Government; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

SC Retirement System

Overtime opportunities

Professional training opportunities

Job summary

Charleston County Government in South Carolina is seeking Public Safety Telecommunicators to handle emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch for police, fire, and EMS. No prior experience is required; training will be provided in a fast-paced public safety environment.

Expect 8.25- or 12.25-hour shifts with nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Candidates must be 18+, with a high school diploma, and capable of typing 35 WPM; background and medical/psych evaluations are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and various shifts.
• Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to type at least 35 WPM and complete required applicant testing.
• Must pass background, physical and psychological evaluations and CJIS training within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process incoming emergency, non-emergency, and administrative calls.
• Dispatch calls for service to law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Typing 35 WPM

Overtime readiness

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Charleston County Government in South Carolina is seeking Public Safety Telecommunicators to handle emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch for police, fire, and EMS. No prior experience is required; training will be provided in a fast-paced public safety environment.

Expect 8.25- or 12.25-hour shifts with nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Candidates must be 18+, with a high school diploma, and capable of typing 35 WPM; background and medical/psych evaluations are required.