KAREN TURNER
Carson,CA
Summary
Dedicated safety dispatcher skilled in coordinating emergency responses and facilitating teamwork under pressure. Committed to fostering a culture of reliability and growth, ensuring efficient communication and operational effectiveness in critical situations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Dispatcher II
California Highway Patrol
04.2002 - 10.2024
- Acted as a critical communication link for officers in the field, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Dispatched mobile units and equipment to designated locations, facilitating timely response to emergencies.
- Requested ambulances, tow trucks, firefighters, sheriff, police, and allied agency units.
- Responded to 911 calls.
- Operated voice radio to ensure compliance with safety protocols and efficient communication.
- Operated telephone and computer-aided transmitting and receiving equipment.
- Made entries and inquiries into the CA Law Enforcement Telecommunications.
- Entered information regarding incarcerations, storages of vehicles and fatal traffic accidents.
- Sent MIS messages and utilized the Emergency Alert System (EAS).
- (retired)
Office Technician
CA Department of Corrections
03.1999 - 03.2002
- Transcribed reports from Parole Agents while working at the CDC Parole Office.
- Managed budget for facility, inmates, and victims to ensure proper allocation of resources.
- Facilitated timely disbursement of payroll checks to inmates, ensuring financial compliance.
- Issued and deposited checks for restitution payees and inmates, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Ordered food for the facility and paid invoices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
CSU Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA12-2023
Skills
- Emergency response coordination
- Crisis management
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Prioritization
- Leadership and adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Prioritization
Timeline
Safety Dispatcher II
California Highway Patrol
04.2002 - 10.2024
Office Technician
CA Department of Corrections
03.1999 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
CSU Dominguez Hills