public safety dispatcher - Fort Belvoir, United States - Department Of The Army

    Department Of The Army
    Department Of The Army Fort Belvoir, United States

    1 month ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Summary



    Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

    About the Position: Fort Belvoir is located in Fairfax County, VA along the Potomac River. Nearby places of interest include the National Capital, Old Town Alexandria, and riverfront restaurants and boutiques.



    Duties

    • Responsible for the receipt and effective evaluation of 9-1-1 emergency calls to determine the problem and nature of the call.
    • Dispatch a variety of emergency response units to notify police, fire department staff, and other agencies concerning incidents when needed.
    • Conduct and provide system reports regarding access of all critical facilities.
    • Verify the location, call back number for the incident, and determine the patient's chief complaint, age, level of consciousness and breathing status.
    • Provide emergency medical dispatching assistance to callers with medical emergencies.