Public Safety Dispatcher – Emergency Communications (24/7)

Park County Government; Fairplay (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Park County Government seeks an Emergency Communications Specialist I-II to operate the ECC, handling emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching police, fire, and EMS, and providing pre-arrival instructions. This safety-sensitive role requires confidentiality and a rotating schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage.

Responsibilities include prioritizing calls, operating CAD and other systems, and coordinating with first responders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; on-the-job training for ECS I.
• ECS II requires 2 years of specialized emergency communications training and CPR/EMD certifications.
• Background checks and vision/hearing tests are required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prioritize emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch units.
• Provide pre-arrival medical instructions and CPR guidance when needed.
• Operate CAD and radio/telecom equipment in 911 center.
• Coordinate with police, fire, and EMS and relay information as needed.
• Maintain call logs, records, and statistics.

Skills

Typing 3250 KPH

Emergency communications

Public safety dispatch

Under pressure

Education

ECS I - High School Diploma

ECS II - 2 years specialized training

Job description

Park County Government seeks an Emergency Communications Specialist I-II to operate the ECC, handling emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching police, fire, and EMS, and providing pre-arrival instructions. This safety-sensitive role requires confidentiality and a rotating schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage.

Responsibilities include prioritizing calls, operating CAD and other systems, and coordinating with first responders.