PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR

Summary

Public Safety Communicator - 911 DispatcherThe Seminole County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the position of PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR - 911 DISPATCHER. Public Safety Telecommunicators are 911 Dispatchers who serve as a vital link between citizens in need and the first responders who provide assistance. Dispatchers perform technical work in a fast-paced setting, operating the enhanced 911 emergency communications system and the computer-aided dispatch system. 911 Dispatchers remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and gather critical information from individuals experiencing stressful or emergency situations. Ideal candidates possess strong multitasking and problem-solving skills, can quickly prioritize competing demands, and are comfortable utilizing multiple computer systems and communication tools simultaneously. Members of the Communications Division are team-oriented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and understand the importance of accuracy, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service.If you have a passion for serving your community, join us on September 12 at 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL, for a 911 Dispatcher Recruitment Event from 10 AM - 1 PM. Meet with a recruiter, tour the Communications Center, and receive a pre-employment assessment.Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver. Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted before the closing date of September 15, 2026.The Seminole County Sheriff's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including Paid Time Off and Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplementary Insurance Plans, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Temporary Disability (TDB) and Long-term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Educational Assistance, Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plans, Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness Center, Veterans' Assistance, and Civil Service.

Job Description

Public Safety Communicator - 911 DispatcherThe Seminole County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for the position of PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR - 911 DISPATCHER. Public Safety Telecommunicators are 911 Dispatchers who serve as a vital link between citizens in need and the first responders who provide assistance. Dispatchers perform technical work in a fast-paced setting, operating the enhanced 911 emergency communications system and the computer-aided dispatch system. 911 Dispatchers remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and gather critical information from individuals experiencing stressful or emergency situations. Ideal candidates possess strong multitasking and problem-solving skills, can quickly prioritize competing demands, and are comfortable utilizing multiple computer systems and communication tools simultaneously. Members of the Communications Division are team-oriented professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and understand the importance of accuracy, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service.If you have a passion for serving your community, join us on September 12 at 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford, FL, for a 911 Dispatcher Recruitment Event from 10 AM - 1 PM. Meet with a recruiter, tour the Communications Center, and receive a pre-employment assessment.Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver. Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted before the closing date of September 15, 2026.The Seminole County Sheriff's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including Paid Time Off and Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplementary Insurance Plans, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Temporary Disability (TDB) and Long-term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Educational Assistance, Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plans, Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness Center, Veterans' Assistance, and Civil Service.