Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Melbourne, FL

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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Emergency dispatcher
  • Brevard County FL
  • Melbourne, FL FULL_TIME
  • Department : FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT Organizational Unit :

    Position Type : Permanent Full Time / Part Time : Full Time

    Open Until Filled.

    $17.45 hourly, which includes a $1.60 hourly Certified Public Safety Telecommunicator incentive . Central Area / Rockledge / Emergency Operations Center.

    Work schedule is shift work and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs entry-level protective service work dispatching fire rescue and emergency medical units throughout Brevard County.

    Work involves the use of computerized dispatch systems, radio operations, and a high level of clear communications. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit through the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Local 2969.

    • REQUIREMENTS : A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Two (2) years of experience in high volume multi-line telephone, call center, or dispatching functions;
    • OR two (2) years of experience in the emergency services field; OR graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate of Science degree in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, Communications, or a closely related field;

    OR two (2) years in the Military Radio Communications field is preferred. Additional qualifying education and / or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

    National Academy of Emergency Medical Dispatching (NAEMD) certification is preferred. National Academy of Emergency Fire Dispatching (NAEFD) certification is preferred.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to take the CritiCall examination and receive a minimum passing score of 80% for the Non-Data Entry categories and a Data Entry category score of 2856-3000 keystrokes per minute.

    Must possess, or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment, the Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) certification and maintain said certification during the term of employment.

    Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed and extended shift hours when required. Must be able to work mandatory overtime in accordance with the most current International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Bargaining Agreement.

    Must be of good moral character, as determined by a local Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) criminal background investigation.

    Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.

    Must not have been on probation for the conviction of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, as defined by law, within the last three (3) years.

    In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

    With or without reasonable accommodations)

    PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

    • The employee must be able to :
    • LIFT : 10 lbs. or less
    • CARRY : 10 lbs. or less
    • PUSH : 10 lbs. or less
    • PULL : 10 lbs. or less
    • In an eight hour day, the employee may have to :
    • STAND : 1 3 hours
    • WALK : 1 3 hours
    • SIT : 1 3 hours
    • DRIVE : 5 8 hours
    • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
    • The employee must be able to :
    • Bend; Reach
    • The employee must have :
    • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
    • Other necessary physical activities / traits
    • N / A

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Working conditions that will apply to the employee :
    • Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In dampness or chilly conditions; With poor lighting; Work alone; Work inside;

    Works Closely with Others

    • Other working conditions :
    • N / A
    • Last updated : 2024-02-23

  • 1 Month Ago

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Dispatcher for Emergency Road Service
  • National Tire and Truck Repair Inc
  • Cocoa, FL FULL_TIME
  • Needed Dispatcher for Emergency Road Service Professional and reliable dispatcher as our company's first point of contact for Emergency Road Service calls. In this position, you will be in charge of m...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Nextech
  • Melbourne, FL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Overview: We are proud to be America’s Largest Independent Self-Performing HVAC/R Service Provider. Over the past 30 years, our continued focus on Quality, Value, and Integrity has enabled us...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Park Port Canaveral
  • Cape Canaveral, FL FULL_TIME
  • Park Port Canaveral, located at the Radisson Resort at the Port in Cape Canaveral, FL, is looking for Dispatchers.The Dispatcher coordinates the flow of transportation between our guests/customers and...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Climate Experts Air Plumbing & Electric
  • Melbourne, FL FULL_TIME
  • 3 Days on and 4 Days OFF Per Week!Amazing Work Culture! Career Progession Path, Opportunity to grow!$40k -$75k per yr. - Hourly Wage Daily Bonus Potential Commission! No Cap!Health,Vision, & Dental In...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Tropic Transportation LLC
  • Cocoa, FL FULL_TIME
  • The Dispatcher position is responsible for scheduling bulk deliveries, assisting drivers with directions, and providing customer service and logistics support with respect to fuel, heating oil and/or ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Shuttle Driver
  • Auro Hotels
  • Orlando, FL
  • ** Shuttle Driver** **Job Category****:** Front Office **Requisition Number****:** SHUTT02387 Showing 1 location **Job D...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Crew Supervisor - Field Ops
  • City of Titusville, FL
  • Titusville, FL
  • Salary: $21.30 - $35.16 Hourly Location : Titusville, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 24-043 Department: Public Works...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HFMG Phlebotomist Team Lead - Gateway Laboratory
  • Health First
  • Melbourne, FL
  • POSITION SUMMARY Provides quality service and stewardship by ensuring optimal support of laboratory testing activities t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SCAT Vehicle Operator III
  • Brevard County
  • Melbourne, FL
  • Department: Transit Service Department Organizational Unit: Bus Operations Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time:...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Airway Transportation Systems Specialist
  • Federal Aviation Administration
  • Orlando, FL
  • ** Airway Transportation Systems Specialist** **Department of Transportation** ** Air Traffic Organization, Technical Op...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Tester
  • Leidos
  • Melbourne, FL
  • Description Leidos has an opening for a highly qualified Tester for the Multi-Domain Solutions Division. This is an exci...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver SCA WASS
  • AAR
  • Melbourne, FL
  • Truck Driver SCA WASS - 12781 **Description** **SUMMARY** Drives a multitude of vehicles one of them being a Straight tr...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Overnight Shuttle Driver
  • Auro Hotels
  • Orlando, FL
  • ** Overnight Shuttle Driver** **Job Category****:** Front Office **Requisition Number****:** SHUTT02641 Showing 1 locati...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Melbourne /ˈmɛlbərn/ is a city in Brevard County, Florida, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 76,068. The municipality is the second-largest in the county by both size and population. Melbourne is a principal city of the Palm Bay – Melbourne – Titusville, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 1969 the city was expanded by merging with nearby Eau Gallie. Melbourne is located approximately 60 miles (97 km) southeast of Orlando on the Space Coast, along Interstate 95. It is approximately midway between Jacksonville and Miami. According to the United States Census Bureau,...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Emergency Dispatcher jobs
$35,180 to $44,795
Melbourne, Florida area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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