Decatur-Grady 911 is hiring dispatchers!
How can you become a 911 dispatcher?
How do I apply?
We are looking for qualified applicants who are interested in a fast-paced, rewarding career as a Public Safety Communications Professional. This industry offers job security, competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Do you have desire to help others in emergency situations?
Are you a person with the ability to make decisions under pressure without “analysis paralysis” or “tunnel vision”?
Are you looking for an unusual, yet rewarding, career?
PREFERRED QUALITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
¨ Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
¨ High degree of self-discipline to organize and prioritize job duties each day.
¨ Ability to maintain a professional attitude.
¨ Customer service oriented.
¨ Team player.
¨ Intuitive (good common sense).
¨ Proactive.
¨ Respect for private, confidential information.
¨ A logical, rational approach to problem solving—an objective approach to situations and circumstances.
¨ Ability to recognize and commit to improve one’s own weaknesses or faults.
¨ A good sense of humor.
MUST HAVE:
¨ High School Diploma
¨ Ability to type minimum of 35-40 WPM.
¨ Ability to pass a criminal background investigation.
¨ Willingness to work shift work, holidays and overtime.
¨ Stable employment history.
¨ Ability to follow directions and work well with others.
***Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of application.
Employment Information Packet
This packet gives you information to questions regarding the hiring process, and responsibilities and qualifications of a 911 dispatcher with Decatur-Grady 911.
Self Screening Questionnaire
The attached self-assessment survey is provided to help you determine whether a career in 911 Dispatching is right for you. Consider the following statements carefully and be honest with yourself.
**You do not have to return this form to the 911 center as part of your application.
Employment Application
Download the attached application. You must complete all parts/pages of the application for consideration of employment. Resumes' are not accepted in lieu of the application. You may attach your resume' to the application. Failure to sign any part of the application is considered an incomplete application an will be removed from the application process.
Send completed applications to ngriffin@decaturgradye911.com, or return to the 911 Center at 309 Airport Rd, Bainbridge, GA. 39817.
Criticall Test Preparation Guide
The computerized pre-employment test used by this agency measures the underlying skills and abilities a person needs to possess prior to any training they might receive if they are hired as a public-safety dispatcher and/or call taker, including the ability to effectively navigate and use a computer. Because of this, a test taker does not need to possess any specialized dispatcher/call taker knowledge or training to be able to read, understand, or answer the test items.
This guide will help you prepare for the Criticall test that is required as part of the hiring process.