What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Service Dispatcher position at Beaufort County?
EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCHER Â (BCSO): Our Communications Center is in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and receives more than half a million calls annually. The Emergency Services Dispatcher (ESD) is the first voice someone in need hears when they call for help. The ESD must be able to professionally listen to the call, obtain critical information about the incident and dispatch the appropriate emergency responders as quickly and efficiently as possible.Â
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- No criminal history Â
- Must be able to communicate effectively in writing, in person and/or over the telephone and radio.
- Must be able to type a minimum of 35 correct words a minute.
- Must pass all pre-employment testing.
- Must be willing to work any shift to which you are assigned.
- Must be willing to remain on duty when activated for an emergency such as a hurricane.