Careers in Emergency Communications
We Live To Help People
Dispatch can be a very rewarding and fulfilling career. It is the ultimate form of “customer service”. 9-1-1 Telecommunicators and called dispatchers are the vital link between citizens with a problem and the Police, Fire and EMS responders.
If you are interested in looking into a career in emergency communications, this site provides job vacancies on occasion for the 9-1-1 call centers within the state of Missouri.
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What is it Like?
If you ask 9-1-1 Telecommunicators what they like about their job, they will tell you:
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Exciting work environment
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The opportunity and ability to help people in need
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Interaction with other dispatchers, police officers and fire personnel
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Variety – there’s always something new
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Being a hero to someone every day
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Making a difference in the community
​Dispatchers are required to make quick decisions; coordinate multiple tasks at one time; have reasoning skills and the ability to maintain control of a situation. It is the nature of the job that, at any time, an emergency will require a dispatcher’s full and immediate attention and response. Individuals with the ability to remain calm, professional and even-tempered during emergency situations are the candidates necessary for this challenging, yet rewarding, career.
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Job Openings:
All job postings are provided to the Mo911DA by the specified jurisdiction and are listed on the website as a courtesy. Mo911DA does not hire dispatchers or telcommunicators. All information pertaining to the job (job description, contact info, etc.) will be provided on the job description link.
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Current Openings:
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No openings available at this time.
You can always reach out to your local agency for openings and information.
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