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Telecommunicator - 911 Dispatcher POS # Various

Cumberland County, NC
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2025

Salary : $40,886.59 Annually

Location : 500 Executive Place Fayetteville 28305, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 202502499

Department : Emergency Services

Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Salary Grade : 105

Position Overview

  • Work schedules are 12-hour shifts which can include nights, weekends and holidays

Are you ready to be the pivotal link between distress calls and rapid response as an Emergency Dispatcher? Utilize state-of-the-art E-911 systems to dispatch Fire, EMS, and Police according to global standards, ensuring swift assistance for both emergency and non-emergency calls while facilitating seamless agency coordination for enhanced community safety. Apply today to join us in our mission to ensure community safety and make a meaningful difference!

Examples of Duties

  • Receives incoming emergency calls on the E-911 system
  • Using established procedures, identifies needs of caller
  • Logs incoming calls and dispatch-related information into an automated system (CAD)
  • Maintains records of calls in the event of terminal failure
  • Gives medical and / or safety instructions over the phone per established protocols; works to calm panicked callers
  • Dispatches units for multiple jurisdictions
  • Enters information pertinent to incoming calls; Maintains records of calls in the event of terminal failure
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Graduation from high school or GED and one (1) year of experience related to public interaction in a safety, government, or industry program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Typing test of 35 correct words per minute and successful completion of Criticall testing (administered through the County Human Resources Office) are required.

    Telecommunicators have the opportunity to progress through three levels of Telecommunicator classification. Progression is based on experience and demonstrated ability and certification in assigned radio channels.

    Additional requirements :

    Candidates selected as highly qualified will be contacted via e-mail by Human Resources regarding testing. Successful completion of a Keyboarding test with a score of 35 net words per minute will be required. Candidates passing the Keyboarding test will then take the CritiCall test and those who score an 80% or above on CritiCall will be referred.

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    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of Cumberland County as such pertains to the performance of the essential duties of Telecommunicator
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of emergency medical, police, and fire dispatch work to include applicable policies and procedures, techniques for calming callers and obtaining necessary information
  • Knowledge of Laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position
  • Knowledge of geographical structure of Cumberland County; organization of the Department, and of related departments and agencies; occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work; and terminology used within the Department as such pertains to work responsibilities
  • Knowledge of radio communications systems (e.g.., dispatch consoles, 911 phone systems, 911 recording equipment, computer aided dispatch (CAD) system, quality assurance (QA) software, mapping software, and medical, law and fire dispatch protocol systems); and Microsoft Office
  • Skill of interpersonal communication (both verbal and written), and organization skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; multi-task; prioritize; make quick decisions; and actively listen
  • Ability to cover shifts in absence of staff when assigned
  • Conditions of Employment :

    Obtain and maintain North Carolina Emergency Medical Dispatcher certification; International Academy of Emergency Medical, Fire and Police certification; Emergency Telecommunicator Certification; NC DCI certification; NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800.

    Due to the Title 12, Section .0400 - Standards and Certifications for a Telecommunicator changes in 2014 all applicants must meet the following requirements :

    Candidates shall be a citizen of the United States.

    Candidates shall be at least 18 years of age.

    Has never been convicted of a felony.

    Has not been convicted of a Class B misdemeanor within 10 years.

    Has no pending or outstanding criminal charges of a Class B misdemeanor or greater.

    If hired, approximately 8 weeks of classroom training will be conducted during standard business hours.

    Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

    Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

    Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees

    This position is required to work a 12 hour rotating shift which includes nights, weekends and holidays. Can you meet this requirement?

    In times of disasters or other emergency situations, this position could be required to work on site for multiple days or until the emergency subsides. Can you meet this requirement?

    How much experience do you have with shift work (nights, weekends, holidays)?

  • 3 years
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 6 months - 1 year
  • None
  • How much experience do you have working in a call center environment?

  • 3 years
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 6 months - 1 year
  • None
  • How much experience do you have working in a direct customer service environment?

  • 3 years
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 6 months - 1 year
  • None
  • Please verify that your application includes the following information :

  • Employment history including salary, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer.
  • Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and NOT move forward in the process.
  • Resumes can not be considered as a substitute for submitting a formal application. Please take a moment to review this application in its entirety to ensure completion of each segment. (DO NOT SUBMIT A BLANK APPLICATION)
  • Check yes to verify that you understand and I have read the above statement.
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