Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Seattle, WA

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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9-1-1 Emergency Communications Dispatcher I
  • City of Seattle
  • Virginia, WA FULL_TIME
  • Community Assisted Response & Engagement (CARE) is seeking applicants to answer our non-emergency and emergency 911 telephone lines. A competitive applicant would possess strong multi-tasking skills, knowledge of counseling, crisis management, the legal system, and social service agencies and the services they provide. These skills combined with extensive on the job training would be used to perform daily job duties and resolve most work problems. Contacts are primarily with the public via telephone for the purpose of responding to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance and information.
    • Receive incoming calls and text messages from the public concerning emergency police, fire, or medical service needs or non-emergency assistance requests.
    • Screen calls to determine the need for assistance, proper routing, and response to calls. Transfers calls to the non-emergency queue, radio dispatchers and other appropriate agencies or personnel.
    • Generate emergency and non-emergency calls for service using a Computer Aided Dispatch system.
    • Interview callers; complete case/criminal reports and issue case numbers.
    • Responds to requests, including from people who may be hearing impaired, Deaf, deaf-blind, speech impaired, and/or who may communicate via limited English.
    • Monitor several applications specific to call taking and dispatching.
    • Re-contact callers who were disconnected or who were unresponsive during initial communications.
    • Provide general information to callers including availability of services, jurisdictional limitations, program information and referral to appropriate departments or agencies.
    • Demonstrate techniques in conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation, working in a high-pressured, and structured environment.
    This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.Verifiable education, training, and experience in general office and telephone communication functions and activities, demonstrated ability to access and accurately input information into appropriate computer system programs; and a minimum of six (6) months’ experience providing customer service in a high volume, fast-paced, high stress environment (or a combination of education, training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).Work Environment and Physical Demands:
    • Work overtime, nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
    • Work is performed in a busy 24/7 call center environment, confined to immediate work area, and requires continuous staffing.
    • Work involves sensitive contact with members of the public via telephone, who are in crisis.
    • License, Certification, and Other Requirements:
    • Completion of training requirements to handle emergency and non-emergency functions as it relates to processing calls, administrative duties, referrals, and other duties assigned.
      Position Requirements:
    • Must be available to work mandatory overtime assignments as required.
    • Must be available to work a variety of shifts.
    • Applicants must take a keyboarding test, a work-related multi-media performance test, and complete a background check.
    Entry-level dispatchers start at $65,354.40 per year plus an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision. Upon successful completion of an extensive and intensive training program, employees in this classification may compete for promotional opportunities to 9-1-1 Emergency Comm Dispatcher II (up to the maximum of $88,572.96); 9-1-1 Emergency Comm Dispatcher III (up to the maximum of $99,117.36); and 9-1-1 Emergency Comm Dispatcher Supervisor (up to the maximum of $115,320.24).
     
    The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
    More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
     
    This hiring process involves a criminal background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
     
    Who may apply: This position is open to all applicants that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
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Emergency Veterinarian
  • Timberline Veterinary Emergency & Specialty
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
  • We are a new, rapidly growing, locally owned, ECC hospital in North Seattle and we are looking to add additional emergency veterinarians to our team of emergency and critical care specialists and expe...
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Dispatcher
  • NBLY - Corporate: Mr. Rooter
  • Seattle, WA FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for an established company where you can bring your customer service skills and dispatching background? Here at Mr. Rooter Plumbing, we honestly believe in taking care of our customers...
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Dispatcher
  • ABM US
  • Seattle, WA PART_TIME
  • Pay: $20.99 The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment w...
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Dispatcher
  • Coit Cleaning and Restoration Services
  • Washington, WA FULL_TIME
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Dispatcher
  • Landis+Gyr
  • Kirkland, WA OTHER
  • Landis Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure manageme...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Remote Operations Center (ROC)
  • Hanwha Convergence USA
  • Seattle, WA
  • The Remote Operations Center is responsible for monitoring the status of all solar plant systems on a continuous, 24/7, ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior IT Security Engineer
  • ClientSolv Technologies
  • Seattle, WA
  • Company Description ClientSolv Technologies is an IT solution firm with over a decade of experience serving Fortune 1000...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Graphics Software Engineer, Rendering - Reality Labs
  • Facebook
  • Seattle, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Software Engineer (Technical Leadership) - Machine Learning
  • Facebook
  • Seattle, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Graphics Software Engineer- Pipeline/Tooling, Reality Labs (Avatars)
  • Facebook
  • Seattle, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Graphics Software Engineer, Rendering - Reality Labs
  • Facebook
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Software Engineer (Technical Leadership) - Machine Learning
  • Facebook
  • Bellevue, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Data Scientist, Messenger
  • Facebook
  • Seattle, WA
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Seattle, Washington

Seattle (/siˈætəl/ (listen) see-AT-əl) is a seaport city on the West Coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. With an estimated 730,000 residents as of 2018[update], Seattle is the largest city in both the state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest region of North America. According to U.S. Census data released in 2018, the Seattle metropolitan area’s population stands at 3.87 million, and ranks as the 15th largest in the United States. In July 2013, it was the fastest-growing major city in the United States and remained in the Top 5 in May 2015 with an annual...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Dispatcher jobs
$42,608 to $54,249
Seattle, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago
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What does an Emergency Dispatcher do?

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