Resourceful professional in emergency communications, recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in crisis management, rapid response coordination, and clear communication. Excel at prioritizing caller needs, multitasking under pressure, and utilizing empathy and decision-making to navigate challenging situations effectively.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
911 Fire Dispatcher/Call Taker
Anne Arundel County Fire Department
Millersville, MD
09.2022 - Current
Dispatches Fire/EMS units to respond to calls for assistance which are of a routine or emergency nature
Follows guidelines on how to enter information for broadcast to Fire/EMS Personnel throughout the County; operates a work station comprised of multiple computer systems including Automatic Call Distribution (ACD)9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency telephone system, geographical mapping tools (GIS and aerial photography), Computer Aided Dispatch, and other repositories for critical information to answer, triage and process incoming emergency and non-emergency calls for service
Provides special instructions, hazard information, and additional information as appropriate or as requested by Fire/EMS personnel
Receives incoming requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance, determines the type of service(s) required and initiates calls for service in accordance with emergency dispatch protocols for Fire/ EMS
911 Police Dispatcher/Call Taker
Prince George's County Public Safety Communications
Bowie, MD
07.2021 - 09.2022
Dispatches Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs units to respond to calls for assistance which are of a routine or emergency nature
Provides special instructions, hazard information, and additional information as appropriate or as requested by Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs
Follows guidelines on how to enter information for broadcast to law enforcement officers throughout the County; operates a work station comprised of multiple computer systems including Automatic Call Distribution (ACD)9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency telephone system, geographical mapping tools (GIS and aerial photography), Computer Aided Dispatch, and other repositories for critical information to answer, triage and process incoming emergency and non-emergency calls for service;
Receives incoming requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance, determines the type of service(s) required and initiates calls for service in accordance with emergency dispatch protocols and PSC, Sheriff, Police agencies’ policy
State Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
Odenton, MD
01.2021 - 07.2022
Assists the pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department duties in accordance with Company policies and procedures
Responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions
Processes (corrects and resubmits) manual claims for third party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner, and performs other clerical duties, as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager
Education
Troy University
Troy, AL
05.2020
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
Atlanta, GA
05.2018
Blythewood High School
Blythewood, SC
05.2015
Skills
Critical Thinking, Leadership, Teamwork, Time Management, Organization, Attention to Detail, Adaptability, Customer Service, Communication, Data Analysis, Project Management, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Skills
Fire dispatching protocols
Emergency medical dispatch
Interagency collaboration
Quick learner
Stress tolerance
Dependable and responsible
Emergency services coordination
First aid knowledge
CPR and first aid
Call management
Analytical skills
Emergency response procedures
Data analysis
Conflict Deescalation
Police and fire procedures
Multitasking capacity
Organizational skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Team building
Cross-departmental teamwork
Certification
Maryland State Pharmacy Technician License-2020-2023
Firefighter1 -2021
Firefighter2-2023
Hazmat Operations-2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Telecommunication Communication (ETC) -2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) -2021
Annual Recertification
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Fire Dispatcher (EFD) -2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Police Dispatcher (EPD) -2021
Communications Training Officer6th Edition (APCO)- Communication training Officer (CTO) -2024
American Heart Association (AHA)- BLS CPR -2020
Volunteer Experience
Odenton Volunteer Fire Department, Volunteer FireFighter, Odenton, MD, 2020-07, 2024-01
Awards
Gift Of Life - AACoFD- Rendered Life saving skills that resulted in a successful resuscitation.
Timeline
911 Fire Dispatcher/Call Taker
Anne Arundel County Fire Department
09.2022 - Current
911 Police Dispatcher/Call Taker
Prince George's County Public Safety Communications
07.2021 - 09.2022
State Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2021 - 07.2022
Maryland State Pharmacy Technician License-2020-2023
Firefighter1 -2021
Firefighter2-2023
Hazmat Operations-2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Telecommunication Communication (ETC) -2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) -2021
Annual Recertification
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Fire Dispatcher (EFD) -2021
International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED)- Emergency Police Dispatcher (EPD) -2021
Communications Training Officer6th Edition (APCO)- Communication training Officer (CTO) -2024
American Heart Association (AHA)- BLS CPR -2020
Troy University
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
Blythewood High School
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