Dispatcher II

Job Title

Technical Emergency Telecommunications Dispatcher

Job Description

This position performs technical emergency telecommunications dispatch work. The duties include operating telephone, radio, and other telecommunications equipment; staying in regular radio contact with all public safety personnel; responding to the emergency and distress calls; dispatching public safety personnel/officers and/or requesting other public safety entities to dispatch additional public safety personnel to the scene, as needed; responding to inquiries by the public and other public safety agencies; interacting with city, county, state, and federal public safety personnel; and maintaining records of all dispatches. The work requires the exercise of independent judgment and discretion in decision making and knowledge of public safety procedures and protocol. The incumbent reports directly to the Dispatch Team Lead from whom supervision and on-the-job training is received through regular reports and conferences.

What You'll Need To Be Successful

Ability to communicate clearly via radio transmissions and flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts. Preferred Qualifications Typically requires Graduation from high school or equivalent and 2-4 years of experience. Agency Preferred Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum two (2) years of emergency telecommunications experience.

Characteristics of Work

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Benefits

Health/Prescription Insurance

Agency Information

Employer: State of Mississippi

Location: 24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS

Salary: $28,542.30 - $34,397.88 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: 0450 - MARINE RESOURCES

Opening Date: 07/29/2026

Closing Date: 8/7/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)