TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Some local superheroes were recognized for their efforts keeping the community safe.
Shawnee County’s dispatchers were honored by the Sunflower Lions Club of Topeka with a day of snacks and the installation of a new wall plaque celebrating their contributions…
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — The Grand Rapids Communications Center has achieved national recognition. The Commission for the Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) voted unanimously on Friday to recognize the Grand Rapids Public Safety Answering Point as an accredited dispatch center.
Grand Rapids is currently the only dispatch center in Michigan to earn the accreditation…
Washington County’s new 911 dispatch center opened Monday at the St. George City Commons Building after a three-week setup period.
The $1.3 million, 6,000 square foot facility is a step up from the county’s previous 2,400 square foot facility and has room for up to 20 dispatchers, though currently, only seven to nine dispatchers work each shift.
Cindy Flowers, the dispatch center’s manager, said her team typically needs one new dispatcher every five years as the area grows. The additional consoles will allow the center to add those new dispatchers as needed, Flowers said…
The 911 call center is looking for a dispatcher. Applicant must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral and must have good typing skills. Typing test required with a successful score of 35 net words per minute. Applicant must be able to pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug testing. Applicant must have valid MT driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Will receive emergency calls and dispatch emergency services providers such as law enforcement, fire, and ambulance. Incumbent will work various days and shifts…
Under the general administrative direction of the Mayor, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of programs and policies for the 911 Communications Bureau. Manages the operations of Salt Lake City’s 911 PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point) Emergency Communications Bureau by providing strategic planning and organizing to include budgeting, staffing, leadership, personnel management, the development and enforcement of policies and procedures, and interagency and community relations…
