Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Entry Level Dispatcher - Per Diem

Commonwealth of Massachusetts  •  Massachusetts (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Entry Level Dispatcher - Per Diem260003HO

The Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office is seeking individuals interested in starting a career in emergency communications.

This per diem entry level position is responsible for operating the radio interface between ambulances and the hospitals. Primary job duties include answering a telephone, using a public safety radio, and entering data into a computer. All necessary training will be provided once hired. This position may lead to a full-time opportunity in the Communications Division. Computer proficiency, attention to detail, good typing skills (30 wpm), the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work well under pressure are all essential to the position. AA/EEO qualifications: CPR certificate required. 40-hour Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate desirable.

Qualifications

Computer proficiency, attention to detail, good typing skills (30 wpm), the ability to multi-task, and the ability to work well under pressure are all essential to the position. AA/EEO qualifications: CPR certificate required. 40 hour Public Safety Telecommunicator certificate desirable.

Official TitleDispatcher

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Bourne-Armory Road

Job

Public Safety

Agency

Sheriff's Dept Barnstable

Schedule

Per Diem

Shift

Multiple

Job Posting

May 5, 2026, 6:27:24 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary (Pay Basis)

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
1788
Website
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