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Jennifer Davidson

Jacksonville

Summary

At the City Of Jacksonville Office Of General Counsel, I led as a 911 Communications Supervisor, enhancing service delivery through teamwork and excellence. My leadership saw the implementation of a computer-aided dispatch system, boosting dispatch accuracy. Skilled in emergency management and critical decision-making, I fostered vital interdepartmental collaborations, significantly improving emergency response times.

Empathetic and decisive professional with aptitude for high-pressure situations and commitment to public safety. Possesses strong understanding of emergency response protocols and demonstrates proficiency in communication and problem-solving. Dedicated to ensuring efficient and effective coordination, contributing to safety and well-being of community.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

911 Communications Supervisor

City Of Jacksonville Office Of General Counsel
09.2015 - Current
  • Fostered an environment that emphasized teamwork, cooperation, and excellence in service delivery among employees.
  • Oversaw scheduling and staffing needs for a 24/7 operation, optimizing coverage during peak hours.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with external agencies such as local hospitals, utilities providers, and transportation services for seamless coordination during emergencies.
  • Established a culture of continuous learning through professional development opportunities for staff members.
  • Increased accuracy in dispatching resources with the implementation of a computer-aided dispatch system.
  • Improved interdepartmental communication by collaborating with police, fire, and EMS departments on joint initiatives.
  • Enhanced response times by streamlining call-taking procedures and prioritizing emergency situations.
  • Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
  • Applied interpersonal skills in neutralizing hostile and emotionally charged situations.
  • Communicated pre-arrival instructions to emergency medical personnel, helping first responders deliver appropriate care and support to individuals.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.

Education

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North Pulaksi High School
Jacksonville, AR
05.1996

Skills

  • Radio communications
  • Incident command
  • Emergency management
  • Critical Decision-making
  • Dispatch protocols
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Prioritizing situations
  • Attention to detail
  • Call prioritization
  • Listening skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Basic life support
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Team leadership
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Situational awareness
  • Computer-aided dispatching
  • CPR and first aid
  • NCIC database
  • Public safety telecommunicator (PST)
  • Providing clear directions
  • Radio frequencies monitoring
  • Data entry
  • Safety protocols
  • Police and fire procedures
  • Confidentiality understanding
  • First aid knowledge
  • Map reading skills
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Computer literacy
  • Emergency medical dispatch (EMD)
  • Information gathering
  • Documentation
  • Information intake
  • Professionalism
  • Good judgment
  • Public safety telecommunicator
  • Crisis intervention
  • Technical understanding
  • Information relay
  • Call management
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

911 Communications Supervisor

City Of Jacksonville Office Of General Counsel
09.2015 - Current

General -

North Pulaksi High School
Jennifer Davidson