Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers: 
Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment at emergency response centers. Receive reports from the public of crimes, disturbances, fires, and medical or police emergencies. Relay information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel. May maintain contact with caller until responders arrive.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security |
| Indiana Average Salary | $35,570.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 0 days |
| Typical Education | Post-secondary certificate or some college courses |
| Typical Experience | None |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 409 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | 0.80 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 2,102 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | 3.43 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Attention to Detail
Information Gathering
Written Communication
Work Ethic
Oral Communication
Following Directions
Integrity
Critical Thinking
Organization
Decision-making
Professionalism
Technology and Tool Usage
Problem-solving
Stress Management
Intellectual Risk-taking
Conflict Management
Information Gathering
Written Communication
Work Ethic
Oral Communication
Following Directions
Integrity
Critical Thinking
Organization
Decision-making
Professionalism
Technology and Tool Usage
Problem-solving
Stress Management
Intellectual Risk-taking
Conflict Management
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitor public transportation and transit systems operation
Monitor client progress
Monitor alarm systems to detect fires or other emergencies
Monitor atmospheric or meteorological conditions
Monitor client progress
Monitor alarm systems to detect fires or other emergencies
Monitor atmospheric or meteorological conditions
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Communicate details in protective services settings
Relay information between personnel
Report maintenance or equipment problems to appropriate personnel
Observe signals from other crewmembers
Relay information between personnel
Report maintenance or equipment problems to appropriate personnel
Observe signals from other crewmembers
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Employ aviation emergency procedures
Correct grammar, punctuation, or spelling in written materials
Determine response needed to dispatch emergency assistance
Correct grammar, punctuation, or spelling in written materials
Determine response needed to dispatch emergency assistance
Performing General Physical Activities
Rescue people or animals from dangerous or hazardous situations
Maintain public order or security
Identify public safety hazards
Maintain public order or security
Identify public safety hazards
Controlling Machines and Processes
Operate radio transmitter, receiver, or auxiliary equipment
Operate communications equipment or systems
Operate law enforcement, fire, or emergency-related telecommunication equipment
Operate communications equipment or systems
Operate law enforcement, fire, or emergency-related telecommunication equipment
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Oversee activities related to dispatching, routing, or tracking transportation vehicles
Coordinate operational activities
Direct fire line activities during forest fire
Coordinate operational activities
Direct fire line activities during forest fire
Assisting and Caring for Others
Perform emergency medical procedures
Conduct individual, group, or family interventions
Administer first aid
Conduct individual, group, or family interventions
Administer first aid
Getting Information
Search files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information
Obtain flight information from dispatcher
Review maps to determine location or routes
Obtain flight information from dispatcher
Review maps to determine location or routes
Documenting/Recording Information
Manage law enforcement or security-related records or files
Maintain call records
Maintain telephone logs
Maintain call records
Maintain telephone logs
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