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Rachael Freeman

15 Bremen Road Manchester,CT

Summary

Dynamic Lead Public Safety Dispatcher with extensive experience at the Manchester Police Department, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proven expertise in computer-aided dispatch and effective communication, successfully coordinating emergency responses. Recognized for training new staff and maintaining professionalism, ensuring optimal team performance and public safety.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Public Safety Dispatcher

Town of Manchester
Manchester, CT
10.2019 - Current
  • Answered 911 calls, entered data, and dispatched personnel to appropriate locations.
  • Operated radio communication systems to efficiently dispatch emergency services.
  • Monitored multiple emergency lines for incoming calls and alerts.
  • Coordinated incident responses with police, fire, and medical personnel.
  • Managed high-stress situations while ensuring clear communication.
  • Utilized GIS and GPS mapping software to direct responders during emergencies.
  • Assisted investigations by providing information from various databases.
  • Certified Training Officer - Trained new dispatch staff on established protocols and procedures.
  • Shift Lead - Maintained shift schedule book and time off requests

Ambulance Dispatcher

Brewster Ambulance Service
Weymouth, Massachusetts
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Coordinated emergency response teams for efficient patient transport and care.
  • Managed communication between dispatch and ambulance crews in high-pressure environments.
  • Processed emergency calls to assess urgency and dispatched appropriate personnel.
  • Utilized computer-aided dispatch systems to track units and routes effectively.
  • Proficiently navigated Emergency Medical Dispatch program to assess and disseminate prearrival instructions for medical emergencies.

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
Boston, Massachusetts
04.2017 - 10.2018
  • Screened passengers and baggage for prohibited items and security threats.
  • Enforced transportation security regulations consistently to maintain safety standards.
  • Reviewed IDs and documentation to verify personal information and detect fraud.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while ensuring passenger adherence to regulations.

Education

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice

Boston University
Boston, MA
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Curry College
Milton, MA
05-2015

Skills

  • Computer-aided dispatch
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Situational awareness
  • Training and mentoring
  • Professionalism and integrity
  • Call prioritization
  • Dependability and responsibility
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Active listening

Certification

  • Certified Public Safety Telecommunicator for State of Connecticut- 2025
  • Emergency Medical Dispatch Quality Assurance- 2024
  • Certified Training Officer- 2023

Timeline

Lead Public Safety Dispatcher

Town of Manchester
10.2019 - Current

Ambulance Dispatcher

Brewster Ambulance Service
10.2018 - 10.2019

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
04.2017 - 10.2018

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice

Boston University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Curry College