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July 2024
Washington County Emergency Communications District has supplied 9-1-1 and public safety dispatch services to the 122,000+ residents of Washington County (including the incorporated areas of Johnson City and Jonesborough) since November 1988. Washington County is located in Northeast Tennessee, approximately 30 miles from Virgina and North Carolina.
As a consolidated Public Safety Answering Point(PSAP) and Dispatch Center we are responsible for answering all 9-1-1 calls in Washington County, Johnson City and the Town of Jonesborough.
Last year our PSAP processed 108,403 9-1-1 calls and 132,504 Administrative calls in the Dispatch Center.
Our Dispatch Center serves the Johnson City Police Department, Johnson City Fire Department, Washington County Sheriff's Department, Johnson City/Washington County EMS, Volunteer Fire Departments, and First Responder Agencies throughout Washington County.
A Public Safety Telecommunicator can be a highly rewarding career choice for individuals who are passionate about helping people in need during emergency situations. It requires strong communication, decision-making, and multitasking skills, as well as the ability to handle high-pressure situations. Overall, it is a great career choice for those who are interested in public safety and making a positive impact in their community.
As a Public Safety Telecommunicator you must be able to handle high-pressure situations, communicate effectively with callers and emergency personnel, and stay calm under stress. You must also have strong attention to detail, excellent typing and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Washington County Emergency Communications District has been designated by Washington County to assign street addresses (or also known as 911 addresses) for Washington County. The City of Johnson City and the Town of Jonesborough has requested to address and maintain addresses for their respected cities. Washington County 911 assists Johnson City and Jonesborough with addressing as well as does address verification for various agencies, businesses and individuals.
These forms are here for your convience with requesting a new address or a Private Drive.
Posting your address is important! A good (and visible) address helps emergency responders find you!
Requests for information (Radio/Telephone/Data) that has been deemed public information will be released to anyone requesting the information after the proper forms and Photo ID of the requester have been submitted and fees paid to the Washington County Emergency Communications District (WCECD).
Exceptions to this policy are those prescribed by law. After a request is made, WCECD will attempt to notify any agency involved to ensure that the requested information does not belong in the exception category.
Requests will be available within 7 business days after the form and fees are submitted. Requested information may be picked up only during regular business hours.
See the Request for Information form for more details. Click the button below for a form. You will need Adobe installed to display the PDF form.