Career Opportunities
Washington County Emergency Communications District · Johnson City, TN
Public Safety Telecommunicator
What we do
WC911 Telecommunicators receive and dispatch public safety calls for service, primarily through 9-1-1 lines and other sources. Each Telecommunicator is trained on Emergency and Non-Emergency Call Taking, Law Enforcement Dispatch, Fire Dispatch, Medical Dispatch, and other Non-Emergency Dispatch positions.
The role requires split-second decision making — you must assess the priority and nature of incoming calls, record information precisely, enter it into the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, and relay it to first responders concisely and accurately over a radio system.
What We Offer
- Medical, Prescription, Vision & Dental insurance — majority of premium cost paid by the District
- District-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Fully funded retirement in the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)
- 40 hours of paid vacation after first year, increasing with years of service
- Paid holidays and sick days
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans available
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Pass a background check including criminal history and driver's license review
- Must be able to work Day and Night shifts including weekends and holidays
- Strong organizational skills — accuracy and precision are essential
- Team player with excellent customer service skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Minimum typing speed of 30 WPM and basic computer proficiency
Apply Today
Download our application below. You can submit your completed application by email, mail or bring it to our office. Have questions or want to schedule an observation in dispatch to see if this is the right fit? Reach out — we'd love to hear from you.
Download the Application
Click the badge or the button below to open the fillable PDF application. You'll need Adobe Acrobat or a compatible PDF reader.
Need More Information?
Interested in learning more or scheduling an observation visit to see the job in action?
Contact us — we're happy to answer your questions.
Phone
+1 (423) 979-1500 Option 4
Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
resume@wc911.org
For résumés & application inquiries
Mailing Address
Washington County Emergency Communications
4722 Lake Park Dr
Johnson City, Tennessee 37615
Observation Visit
Want to see the job before you apply?
Call or email us to schedule a visit to the dispatch center.