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- Background check
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
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Enterprise State Community College —Birmingham, AL
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- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Wellness program
- Health insurance

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Emergency Communications Officer - 911 Dispatcher

City of Hoover -
Hoover, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
$26.02 - $40.37 an hour

Qualifications

Computer operation
Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Desktop applications
Typing

Full Job Description

Overview:

Starting Salary: $26.02

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year or more of full-time experience in customer service, administrative, clerical, IT, public safety, or related field
Ability to operate a computer and navigate various computer programs and/or systems
Ability to successfully pass keyboarding and job simulation test
Must successfully obtain APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator 1 (PST 1), APCO Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), and American Heart Association BLS CPR certification before completion of training
Valid driver's license and ability to obtain/maintain City of Hoover Driver's Permit
Ability to pass a thorough background check process and pre-employment screening
Ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a dispatcher, telecommunicator, or similar role with a public safety or emergency medical agency
Associate’s degree or higher in Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field
Ability to read, write, and converse in Spanish.

Responsibilities:

Answer emergency and non-emergency calls, gather necessary details, verify caller location and phone number, and ensure all calls are routed appropriately.
Dispatch police, fire, and EMS units following established procedures.
Maintain consistent radio communication with field units, providing updates and monitoring their status throughout the incident.
Track and document all unit activity in the CAD system. Handle TDD/TTY/RTT calls for the hearing-impaired community, ensuring accurate and efficient communication.
Operate the multi-line phone system, CAD, mapping systems, and other necessary equipment.
Perform daily checks of all systems and report any malfunctions or issues to the supervisor immediately.
Accurately enter call information, dispatch details, and responder activity into the CAD system.
Keep detailed logs of all radio traffic and updates throughout each shift.
Complete and submit required forms and reports.
Assist other departments or agencies as needed and handle additional administrative duties as assigned.
Maintain effective communication with supervisors, co-workers, and outside agencies.
Provide excellent customer service to the public in all interactions, maintaining a professional demeanor even in high-pressure situations.
Performs other related duties as directed.

Supplemental Information:

This is a safety-sensitive position responsible for receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls for police, fire, and medical assistance. The Emergency Communications Officer (ECO) operates communications equipment to relay critical information to appropriate public safety agencies while maintaining professionalism and accuracy in high-stress situations. The ECO is also responsible for monitoring and managing radio traffic, keeping accurate records in the computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, and ensuring the smooth coordination of emergency responses.

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