Receives incoming E-911 Emergency / non-emergency calls for Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, Animal Control, Game and Inland Fisheries, Virginia Department of Transportation, State Parks, Virginia State Police, and other Local, State, and Federal Agencies. Applicant must have the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Applicant must be able to work a varied shift, including weekends and holidays.
Applicant will possess a professional and positive demeanor, strong public relations skills and efficient work habits. The applicant must have a minimum, high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, ability to type, ability to articulate clearly and concisely on the telephone, excellent multi-tasking skills, ability to manage stressful situations, maintain confidentiality, and operate basic office equipment. Background in Emergency Communications and/or Emergency Services preferred, but not required for Full Time. Current NAED EMD certification preferred, but not required. Must be able obtain EMD certification within 90 days of employment. If you have applied in the past 6 months you need not reapply your application is still on file.
Applications and background release forms can be picked up / submitted at the Halifax County Administration Office 1050 Mary Bethune Street, Halifax, Virginia 24558. They can also be found online at www.halifaxcountyva.gov, under the jobs section. The background release form must be notarized. Deadline for submitting applications is Wednesday August 12, 2026 at close of business. Applications can also be mailed to Halifax County E-911 Center P.O. Box 699 Halifax, Virginia 24558.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,850.70 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
