01/30/2026
Job Posting: Dispatcher
Hours: 4Pm-12Am Monday-Friday (Holidays off) working vacation coverage as needed.
First Year Salary Range $30,500 - $32,750
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented 911 Dispatcher to join our team at the Sequatchie County 911 Center. In this critical role, you will be responsible for receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls efficiently and professionally. Your commitment to accuracy and timeliness is essential as you coordinate responses for law enforcement, fire, EMS, and various government agencies. If you're ready to make a difference and ensure the safety of our community, we invite you to apply.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Receive and manage incoming emergency and non-emergency calls.
- Dispatch calls promptly for law enforcement, fire, EMS, and rescue.
- Maintain accurate and complete dispatch records.
- Enter and manage information in the system related to wanted or missing persons and stolen items.
- Provide helpful assistance and information to callers, including message taking, directions, and call routing.
- Collaborate with field officers by conveying essential information.
- Contact and coordinate with wrecker companies when needed.
- Prepare and maintain dispatch records and department documentation.
- Validate and correct National Crime Information Center (NCIC) entries and retrieve law enforcement information.
- Generate and submit required reports to the department, County, and regulatory agencies.
- Attend training sessions, workshops, and meetings to enhance job knowledge and skills.
- Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for assistance within your scope of responsibility.
- Be available for 24/7 on-call emergency response duties as assigned.
- Perform general clerical tasks, including report preparation, data entry, document filing, and communication management.
- Assist in training new employees.
- Fulfill any other related job duties as assigned.
**Qualifications:**
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
- Proficiency in computer systems and data entry.
- Prior experience in emergency dispatch or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and accuracy.
Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, please submit your application today. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated dispatch team. Applications can be picked up in person at 426 Cedar St, Dunlap TN 37327.
