Iowa 911 dispatchers lobby legislators to recognize them as first responders (IA)
Dispatchers hear it all. And on Wednesday, state legislators were hearing from them.
Rescue Puppy Volunteers As A Support Dog For Highly Stressed 911 Dispatchers (VA)
The 911 dispatch team at Tazewell County, Virginia, is jubilant after welcoming a new furry member onboard.
The Dispatcher Center has adopted an 8-week-old puppy who was previously surrendered by his owner. The rescue puppy will act as a comfort and support dog for the over-stressed workers.
Campbell County Public Safety pushes for transition to regional radio system
Facing a rapidly aging radio system, and the culmination of more than six months of conversation, Campbell County supervisors heard options for the future of the public safety radio system in a packed meeting room of law enforcement, firefighters, emergency service crews and representatives from most branches of Campbell County public safety this week.
On Tuesday night, the Campbell County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation from….
POLICE/FIRE 911 DISPATCHER (OH)
Description
Primary responsibilities for this position include receiving, dispatching, and processing calls and messages for police, fire and rescue services. Dispatchers rotate through three separate shifts. Salary Range: $35,252 to $48,729 annually plus shift differential, opportunity for overtime, and benefits.
Job Requirements
To establish an Eligible List for the classification of Police/Fire 911 Dispatcher, the City of Middletown will conduct an open competitive examination. All applicants will be required to take a written and listening examination on Saturday, March 7, 2020. Qualified candidates selected for further processing will complete interview, typing exam, background check, polygraph exams, and a psychological assessment.
How to Apply
Application packets (includes examination information) may be obtained from the Human Resources Office, second floor of City Building, One Donham Plaza, Middletown, Ohio or may be downloaded from the website at http://www.cityofmiddletown.org/jobs. Applications must be filed by 5:00 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2020. EOE/Drug-free Workplace.
Campus Police Dispatcher
The Police Dispatcher performs technical communications work in support of campus police operations. Work involves receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, monitoring alarms and CCTV systems, obtaining and relaying information, and dispatching appropriate personnel. Position is responsible for maintaining communication logs and databases and operating a host of complex telecommunications and computer equipment to include multi-line phone systems, multi-channel police consoles, and two-way radios. These positions require the ability to multi-task and to remain calm and composed in high stress situations. Positions maintain confidentiality and discretion, works individually or with others and adapts to change and circumstances. Position is an essential employee and may require shift, weekend, holiday, and/or overtime work.
Fundraiser for Cincinnati Emergency Communications Center employee (OH)
CINCINNATI (FOX19) – The Cincinnati Emergency Communications Center is holding a fundraiser for a coworker who is hospitalized with a serious medical condition.
