911 Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher

Town of Brookline•Brookline, WA

8d•$26 - $30

About The Position

Join Our Team as a 911 Dispatcher at Brookline's Public Safety Communications Center! Are you ready to make a difference in your community? The Brookline Public Safety Communications Center is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as full-time Emergency Telecommunications Dispatchers . As a 911 dispatcher , you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our community by coordinating emergency responses and providing vital support to public safety personnel. Why Join Us? Competitive Salary: Earn between $25.59 - $29.94 per hour, plus excellent health and retirement benefits (pension), vacation time, and personal days. Dynamic Work Environment: Be part of a team that handles multiple incidents simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Community Impact: Make a real difference by coordinating police, fire, and ambulance activities during emergencies.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Skills: Ability to handle multiple incidents simultaneously in a stressful environment.
Superior keyboard, computer, and communication skills.
Availability: Must be available to work all shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime.
Background Check: Candidates must undergo a thorough background investigation, including employment, financial, and criminal checks.
Candidates for the Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher position must successfully pass a computer-based pre-employment assessment in order to be considered for employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience: Preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Emergency Response Coordination: Transmit requests for service to the appropriate location and deploy public safety personnel and equipment.
Communication: Announce call letters, respond to complaints calmly, and keep dispatched personnel informed of all relevant facts.
Technical Proficiency: Operate various public safety communications equipment, including radios, telephone systems, computer systems, and more.
Knowledge: Acquire a thorough understanding of the community's layout to maximize dispatch accuracy and speed.
Monitoring: Utilize CAD systems, monitor fire and police digitizer systems, CCTV, and NCIC/CJIS computer systems.
Support: Assist other personnel in operations duties and perform any other tasks assigned by the Chief of Police or Commanding Officer.