Top 12 911 dispatcher Jobs in Jacksonville Fl

POLICE DISPATCHER TRAINEE
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office —Jacksonville, FL
- $58,500 a year
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- English
- On-the-job training
Dispatcher - Jacksonville
MMT Ambulance —Jacksonville, FL
- Writing skills
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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ERTS Call Center Specialist
Clean Harbors —Jacksonville, FL
- $14.90 - $34.62 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Microsoft Office
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Dispatcher **NEW STARTING RATE**
Century Ambulance —Jacksonville, FL
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Public Safety Communication Officer
City of Jacksonville Beach —Jacksonville, FL
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Communication Specialist - Jacksonville
MMT Ambulance —Jacksonville, FL
- Writing skills
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Hazardous Materials Call Center Support Specialist
3E —Jacksonville, FL
- $40,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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WILDLAND FIRE DISPATCHER - 42002453
The State of Florida —Bryceville, FL
- $46,174.70 - $49,440.30 a year
- On call
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Military encouraged
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Duval County Public Schools —Jacksonville, FL
- $16.70 an hour
- Overtime
- Word processing
- English
- Data entry
Police Communications Operator
University of North Florida —Jacksonville, FL
- $17.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- University

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POLICE DISPATCHER TRAINEE

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office -
Jacksonville, FL

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Job Details

$58,500 a year

Benefits

On-the-job training

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
English
Typing

Full Job Description

Posted Date

5/18/2026

Post End Date

8/7/2026

Job Description

This is a fast-paced, technical work under close supervision at the trainee level involving automated systems primarily through CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) pertaining to law enforcement public safety communications. Work requires the ability to comprehend and apply law enforcement and public safety operation procedures, which is learned through extensive training that consists of several phases of classroom and on-the-job training. Communication with the public and First Responders require the ability to analyze situations and determine the effective course of action; adjust quickly to changing situations while assessing time and sensitive information; perform several tasks at the same time and assign appropriate priorities, signals, and codes to incoming calls for services while monitoring multiple frequencies and viewing multiple computer/camera screens. Must have the ability to maintain an efficient and calm demeanor in handling adverse or stressful situations for an extended period of time in a high-volume public safety work environment. Work requires sitting for prolonged periods of time wearing a headset, which restricts movement in the work area, and occasionally lifting objects weighing less than 50 lbs. Work is performed under general supervision where the dispatcher works under clearly defined procedures but has latitude to set priorities based on the events that are occurring at the time. Employees in this class work shifts to cover 24 hours per day, seven days per week operation and are subject to work overtime, being held over or called back to work for disasters, local emergencies, special events, OR minimum staffing requirements, etc. Requires frequent contact with the public, police and emergency service providers, and occasional contact with other federal, state, and local government agencies. Some of these contacts may require considerable skill in diplomacy, tact, and/or discretion.

Examples of Work

Answers 9-1-1 calls from the public requesting police and emergency assistance.
Processes calls for information purposes and non-emergency assistance.
Dispatches police emergency calls in accordance with prescribed patterns and needs.
Dispatches police personnel and/or equipment using a computerized radio system and computer-aided dispatch system requiring voice communication and data entry simultaneously.
Obtains information from a very diverse group of callers who are oftentimes distraught, emotional, scared, excited, of confused for the purpose of processing requests for emergency assistance.
Records emergency incident response information and maintains the status and state of Police emergency vehicles and equipment by use of computer-aided dispatch program and/or manually.
Monitors and responds to voice communications on multiple radio frequencies.
Queries, interprets, and maintains information in the FCIC/NCIC databases and operates a high-speed teletype system.
Assists in the training of new employees, as necessary.
Coordinates emergency service response with other public safety agencies and/or surrounding counties.
Operates office equipment necessary in the performance of this job.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in operating emergency communications equipment.
Knowledge of customer service standards and best practices.
Knowledge of Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Standard Orders and Unit Procedures.
Knowledge of the City of Jacksonville’s geography.
Knowledge of applicable FCIC/NCIC system and guidelines.
Skill in operating emergency communications radio equipment.
Skill in empathetic listening techniques.
Skill in hearing and comprehending all audible transmissions under loud and adverse or chaotic conditions.
Skill in comprehending information or data and making quick decisions in accordance with policy and procedures.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and stressful working conditions during heavy workload and emergency-related calls.
Ability to make oral and written reports.
Ability to handle confrontations constructively.
Ability to speak English rapidly, clearly, and concisely.
Ability to maintain control of conversations under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to exercise judgment and initiative in dispatching emergency calls and other requests.
Ability to dispatch and handle emergency calls on a continuous basis under time constraints.
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships.
Ability to read multiple computer screens for extended periods.
Ability to hear under adverse conditions.
Ability to type accurately while performing multiple tasks
Ability to learn and recall signals, codes, and computer commands.
Ability to simultaneously communicate, interpret communication, and enter data into a computer accurately.
Ability to read and apply maps and GPS systems.
Ability to follow instructions quickly.
Ability to operate a two-way radio console and/or a multi-line telephone system while wearing a headset during entire work shift.
Ability to comprehend data quickly and make decisions quickly in accordance with procedures.
Ability to hear and comprehend all audible transmissions in adverse conditions using current equipment.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

OPEN REQUIREMENTS: Requires the ability to read, write, and speak English clearly. Must be able to pass a pre-employment skills test. A high school graduate or above is preferred. Requires the ability to work overtime with little or no notice, shift work, weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights. Hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Probation period for this class is twelve (12) months. Employee must successfully complete on-the-job dispatching training program during the probationary period. Employee must be able to type accurately while performing multiple tasks in order to complete the probationary period. In accordance with FL State Statute 401.465, effective October 1, 2012, any person employed as a 911 public safety tele-communicator at a public safety answering point must be certified by the Dept. of Health (DOH) by passage of an examination approved by DOH, which measures the applicant’s competency and proficiency in the subject matter of the public safety tele-communicator training program. Probationary employees must have successfully passed the examination within 6 months from hire date in order to remain employed in this job classification. Personal leave usage during the probationary period is limited, and approval of leave requests is discretionary by management. Must not have committed or been convicted of any felony offense or serious misdemeanor offense. Must successfully pass a polygraph, background investigation including criminal, psychological, and medical evaluation, and drug screening prior to hire. Must be able to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and be sensitive to critical incidents; no distracted dispatching is permitted at any time in 911 Communications Center. This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401). As this is a trainee classification, the employee will have probationary status throughout the training program and at the end of the training period will either be advanced to JSO – Police Dispatcher or will be removed from this class.

Licensing/Certification/Registration: Florida/National Crime Information Certification (FCIC/NCIC) Must be attained and re-certified every two years. St of FL Public Safety Tele-communicator Must secure within 6 months & must be maintained.

The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and will provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and the current interpretation of employment discrimination by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as set forth in Directive 0528. There shall be no discrimination or harassment against any person with regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other impermissible factor in recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, transfers, layoff, recall, termination, working conditions and related terms and conditions of employment.

Min

USD $58,500.00/Yr.

Max

USD $58,500.00/Yr.

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