Telecommunicator - 911 Dispatcher POS# Various

911 Public Safety Telecommunicator*Work schedules are 12-hour shifts which can include nights, weekends and holidays*Serve as the vital link between your community and the first responders who protect it. As a 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator, play a crucial role in saving lives and safeguarding property. This rewarding career offers comprehensive on-the-job training, certification programs, and advancement through a structured three-tier development path.Join an accredited team of dedicated Public Safety professionals and work with cutting-edge 911 technology to support emergency responders. When someone calls 911 on their darkest day, your voice and guidance can make all the difference.Examples of DutiesReceive 911 calls from citizens needing assistanceAdhere to nationally accepted protocols for processing 911 callsManaging distressed callers during intense and high stress situationsProvide potentially life-saving instructions by phone to callersPrioritize calls for dispatch to appropriate first respondersUse advanced computer, phone and radio technology to complete tasksCoordinate with internal and external entities during Emergency OperationsMinimum QualificationsGraduation 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: Successful completion of Typing and Criticall testing (administered through the County Human Resources Office) are required.Please be sure to check the email address provided on your application for correspondence in reference to your application. Some email servers may see correspondence as spam, so it is important to check your spam folder as well. All correspondence will also be viewable within your NeoGov inbox.

When signed in, click on your name in the top right-hand corner and then inbox.Practice resources for testing Keyboarding: (Typing.com)typingtest.com (TypingTest.com)Practice resources for testing CritiCall: (CritiCall Applicant Information) (911 Professor)Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of Cumberland County as such pertains to the performance of the essential duties of TelecommunicatorKnowledge 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 informationKnowledge of Laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the positionKnowledge 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 responsibilitiesKnowledge 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 OfficeSkill of interpersonal communication (both verbal and written), and organization skillsAbility to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; multi-task; prioritize; make quick decisions; and actively listenAbility to cover shifts in absence of staff when assignedConditions 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.BenefitsCumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.