Driven team player with a demonstrated record of success in work with people during life-threatening, dangerous and other tough situations. Proficient in emergency dispatching procedures and requirements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
911 Emergency Dispatcher
City of Strongsville
Strongsville , OH
08.2018 - Current
Received incoming calls from the public and determined the nature of the emergency.
Assessed callers' needs and dispatched appropriate personnel to respond to emergencies.
Maintained contact with field units via radio, providing directions and assistance as needed.
Identified priority calls based on severity of situation, urgency, or special circumstances.
Verified caller identity before dispatching personnel to ensure safety of responders.
Monitored multiple radio frequencies simultaneously while entering data into computer system.
Provided pre-arrival instructions over the phone such as CPR and first aid instructions, fire evacuation procedures.
Gathered additional information from police officers at scene if necessary to complete report accurately.
Routed non-emergency calls to appropriate departments or agencies when applicable.