Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee

Monmouth County Sheriff's Office; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Monmouth County Sheriff's Office is seeking an Emergency Communications Trainee to receive and respond to emergency requests and dispatch units to response sites. The program emphasizes thorough background checks, medical and psychological screening, and a driver’s license requirement.

Qualified applicants should have a HS diploma or equivalent and possess one of several certified emergency communications qualifications.

Qualifications

• APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator, IAED Emergency Telecommunications, or NECI Emergency Communications Officer certifications are acceptable.
• Emergency Medical Dispatch may be NJEMD program.
• CPR Basic Life Support Card required by AHA or ARC.

Responsibilities

• Receive and respond to telephone or electronic requests for emergency assistance.
• Dispatch appropriate units to response sites and perform related duties as required.

Skills

APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator

IAED Emergency Telecommunications

NECI Emergency Communications Officer

Emergency Medical Dispatch

CPR Basic Life Support

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Monmouth County Sheriff's Office is seeking an Emergency Communications Trainee to receive and respond to emergency requests and dispatch units to response sites. The program emphasizes thorough background checks, medical and psychological screening, and a driver’s license requirement.

Qualified applicants should have a HS diploma or equivalent and possess one of several certified emergency communications qualifications.