COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI)- The person on the other end of the line may just be the critical link in an emergency. Operators in local emergency centers are called telecommunicators. It’s their job to match a caller and their needs with the best and fastest responder; their duties seem simple, but they are essential… READ MORE
The Ottawa City Council recognized the 911 telecommunicators tonight including the Telecommunicator of the Year announced by Commissioner James Less. And that honor goes to Greg Dodd. The telecommunicators themselves voted for the winner. Less says they wrote that Dodd always shows a good work ethic and is always positive and polite and willing to help others… READ MORE
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently recognized the week of April 11 to 17, 2021, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
Very often, the first contact people have with the County in cases of emergency is when they call 9-1-1 and get a public safety telecommunicator on the line.
Emergencies require a prompt response from law enforcement and/or Fire and Rescue. The public safety telecommunicators stand ready to provide emergency instructions and life safety instructions, as well as moral support to distressed callers, while field responders and equipment are being dispatched and responding to the scene… READ MORE
RADFORD, Va. (WDBJ) – The City of Radford keeps getting questions from the community about whether folks can text 9-1-1 in an emergency, so the police wanted to clear up the confusion.
The city launched a text to 9-1-1 system over two years ago. Dispatchers do prefer that you call 9-1-1 if it does not jeopardize your safety—as it helps them to pinpoint the exact location of your emergency to send help. Texting is an option for help in the city… READ MORE
Clarion County is accepting applications for a full time 9-1-1 Dispatcher Trainee. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to pass criminal background checks. Position would best be filled by someone who is detail oriented, focused, has good communication skills, and is able to remain calm and composed, especially in emergency situations. Starting wage at $12.00/hour, $13.59 upon certification… READ MORE
