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911 Operator - Fire Department

City of Baltimore
City of Baltimore Salary
Baltimore, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025
Salary Range: $52,875.00 - $64,063.00 ANNUALLY

Benefits

Our Benefits

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!

CLASS DEFINITION

A 911 Operator operates emergency telephone equipment and answers emergency 911 telephone calls for assistance from the general public. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a rotating shift including weekends and legal holidays. Work is performed in an office where there are few hazardous conditions but where high mental pressure and stress may be encountered at times. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION:
Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

AND

EXPERIENCE:
Have one year of experience in public contact work.

OR

NOTES (EQUIVALENCIES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES: Employees hired after June 1, 2011, into this class must obtain and maintain certification as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher and Emergency Fire Dispatcher through the certification body used by the Baltimore City Police Department as a condition of their continued employment.

In the event of changes in the standards of certification requirements, current employees in this class must maintain required certifications as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher and Emergency Fire Dispatcher as a condition of continued employment with the Baltimore City Police Department.

NOTE: Candidates for positions in this class will be fingerprinted and must undergo Federal, State and Local fingerprint checks and a background investigation.

Candidates must pass physical, psychological and drug tests.

Competency in keyboard accuracy and speed may be examined at time of interview.

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledges, Skills And Abilities

  • Knowledge of the practices and procedures of computerized data entry.
  • Ability to deal with the public effectively, tactfully and calmly in emergency situations.
  • Ability to speak clearly and concisely in English.
  • Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and sound judgement in dealing with emergency situations.
  • Ability to record data accurately within limited time periods.
  • Ability to operate computer terminals and keyboards.
  • Ability to type or key stroke with speed and accuracy.

Background Check

NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Probation

All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented in your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Your Recruiter: Dayvon Smith

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dayvon Smith, HR Specialist III via email at Dayvon.Smith@baltimorecity.gov

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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