Experienced 911 Dispatcher skilled in crisis management and effective communication. Proven ability to coordinate emergency responses and train new dispatchers, ensuring operational efficiency and high-quality service during critical situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
911 Dispatcher
Kershaw County Emergency Services E911
Camden, SC
04.2020 - Current
Managed emergency calls, ensuring accurate information relay to first responders.
Coordinated multi-agency responses, enhancing communication and operational efficiency.
Trained new dispatchers on protocols and systems for improved team performance.
Monitored radio communications, facilitating real-time updates for ongoing incidents.
Coordinated emergency response efforts to ensure timely assistance for callers in distress.
Operated advanced communication systems for efficient information relay among emergency personnel.
Monitored multiple incoming emergency calls while prioritizing critical situations effectively.
Trained new dispatchers on protocols, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
Conducted regular audits of call logs to maintain accuracy and compliance with safety standards.
Collaborated with local law enforcement and medical services to enhance inter-agency communication efficiency.
Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
Provided exceptional customer service to callers in crisis, displaying empathy while obtaining necessary information for emergency response teams.
Developed training materials for staff development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Directed responders using assigned mapping systems for timely emergency attendance.
Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a cohesive team environment, fostering seamless communication during emergencies.
Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
Provided on-the-job training and coaching to develop new dispatchers.
Cosmetologist
Ideation Salon & Spa
Camden, SC
04.1996 - 04.2020
Provided personalized consultations to assess client needs and deliver tailored beauty solutions.
Executed a variety of hair services, including cutting, coloring, and styling for diverse clientele.
Maintained high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in compliance with state regulations.
Trained junior staff on advanced techniques and customer service best practices, enhancing team performance.
Researched current beauty trends to introduce innovative services, keeping salon offerings competitive.
Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
Cultivated strong client relationships through exceptional service delivery, resulting in increased repeat business.
Collaborated with team members to streamline appointment scheduling and improve overall workflow efficiency.
Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing multiple clients simultaneously.
Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.