Senior Public Safety Dispatcher

Cityofbrandon; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cityofbrandon in Brandon, MS is seeking a Communications Officer II to manage incoming emergency calls and dispatch personnel for public safety. The role requires calm decision-making in stressful environments while ensuring accurate record-keeping and communication with various safety agencies.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, with at least 2-4 years of dispatch experience. Essential functions include training junior staff and maintaining operational records, contributing significantly to public safety efforts.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of dispatch service experience required.
• Ability to work in a loud environment and handle stressful situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information received.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch public safety personnel in response to calls.
• Monitor and log information in the CAD system.
• Assist in training Communication Officer I employees.
• Answer emergency 911 and non-emergency calls.

Skills

Emergency communication

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

64 semester hours in communication or related technology

Job description

Cityofbrandon in Brandon, MS is seeking a Communications Officer II to manage incoming emergency calls and dispatch personnel for public safety. The role requires calm decision-making in stressful environments while ensuring accurate record-keeping and communication with various safety agencies.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, with at least 2-4 years of dispatch experience. Essential functions include training junior staff and maintaining operational records, contributing significantly to public safety efforts.