Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Hilton Head Island, SC

Emergency Dispatcher is responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Transmits and receives coded and conventional messages. Being an Emergency Dispatcher differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Communicates details of situation and location. Additionally, Emergency Dispatcher enters unit response details into a database. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Dispatcher works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be an Emergency Dispatcher typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Chatham Emergency Services
  • Savannah, GA FULL_TIME
  • Chatham Emergency Services is currently seeking qualified dispatchers for our communications center. Our communication center is the heart and soul of the organization. The candidate must have the ability to deal with high stress emergency situations. We are looking for a great support staff within our communication center to assist Metro 911 system, firefighters, EMT's and Paramedics. We dispatch our vehicles

    DUTIES

    • The candidate must be able to work rotating 12 hour shifts (include days, nights, weekends and holidays)
    • Proficient in data entry in CAD System
    • The ability to work long hours during disasters and evacuations
    • The ability to sit for extended periods of times
    • The ability to assess emergency situations and may provide preliminary advice and guidance
    • The ability to work with the public and private sector through the metro 911 system and private emergency phone calls
    • The ability to dispatch emergency personnel to scenes as well as provide directions to the emergency scenes all over Chatham County

    QUALIFICATIONS

    The candidate must possess the following skills:

    • Experience with multi phone lines and well as radio channels.
    • Ability to use sound judgment in dispatching personnel and equipment.
    • The ability to think clearly and act calmly in stressful emergency situations.
    • Has great customer service skills internally and externally
    • The ability to multitasks with several pieces of equipment such as head sets, radios & computer equipment
    • Type at least 25-30 WPM
    • Disburse accurate and appropriate information to responding units
    • Speak clear and concise
    • Maintain a Positive Attitude
    • Bilingual English and Spanish (Preferred)
    • Ability to successfully pass background checks, pre-employment physical and drug test

    For all non-English speaking candidates, we can assist you per written request. If you need additional resources services send a request to the Human Resources via email (hr@chathames.org) no later than 7 business days prior to the testing date. During this time, we will provide a written English comprehension examination that test your ability to read and understand English. Upon successful completion of this exam, we will provide you the written examination and/or resources per written request.

    Chatham Emergency Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace

  • 2 Months Ago

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  • Coastal Waste & Recycling, Inc.
  • Ridgeland, SC FULL_TIME
  • Overview Coastal Waste & Recycling is a locally owned and operated waste management and recycling company. We are experiencing explosive growth and with growth comes opportunity! Responsibilities We a...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Dunavant Sea Lane Express LLC
  • Savannah, GA FULL_TIME
  • 1.0 Position Summary Develop and implement all dispatch operations for customers in the Savannah terminal. Prior Intermodal dispatch experience essential. 2.0 Reporting Terminal Location : 46 Mincey B...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Dunavant Enterprises, Inc.
  • Savannah, GA FULL_TIME
  • 1.0 Position Summary Develop and implement all dispatch operations for customers in the Savannah terminal.Prior Intermodal dispatch experience essential. 2.0 Reporting Terminal Location: 46 Mincey Blv...
  • 23 Days Ago

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  • Plastic Express
  • Savannah, GA FULL_TIME
  • Company Overview Come join a winning Team! Since 1970 Plastic Express has met the bulk trucking, bulk terminal, packaging, and warehousing needs of the plastics industry. Our strategic locations, mode...
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  • Transdev
  • Savannah, GA FULL_TIME
  • Description Type: All Sites. Description Title: . Description Value:Are you interested in becoming a DISPATCHER? Now is your chance! Get PAID to do what you love! We are looking for Dispatchers in Sav...
  • 18 Days Ago

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0 Emergency Dispatcher jobs found in Hilton Head Island, SC area

Hilton Head Island, sometimes referred to as simply Hilton Head, is a Lowcountry resort town and barrier island in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It is 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles (153 km) southwest of Charleston. The island is named after Captain William Hilton, who in 1663 identified a headland near the entrance to Port Royal Sound, which mapmakers named "Hilton's Headland." The island features 12 miles (19 km) of beachfront on the Atlantic Ocean and is a popular vacation destination. In 2004, an estimated 2.25 million visitors pumped more t...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Dispatcher jobs
$35,958 to $45,785
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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