Public Safety Dispatcher

Staunton City & SchoolsStaunton, VA
Onsite

About The Position

Public Safety Dispatchers serve a vital role in the City’s services. This is a perfect opportunity to join an outstanding team and take part in a rewarding career. Dispatchers receive emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and public safety personnel by radio and telephone, dispatch police, fire, and EMS in response to the identified need and accurately document all related incidents.

Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent keyboarding skills
  • Excellent computing skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to adapt to change
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to work in stressful situations
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Ability to make decisions quickly
  • Strict attention to detail

Nice To Haves

  • Virginia Certified Dispatcher

Responsibilities

  • Receive emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and public safety personnel by radio and telephone.
  • Dispatch police, fire, and EMS in response to the identified need.
  • Accurately document all related incidents.
  • Become certified in emergency medical dispatch (EMD) for calls involving critical illness or injury.
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