Telecommunicator

Telecommunicator PositionMecklenburg EMS Agency is seeking Telecommunicators to work within our Central Medical Emergency Dispatch (CMED) center, answering, processing, and prioritizing emergency and non-emergency 911 calls. Join a team of EMS professionals dedicated to clinical excellence!Duties and Responsibilities:Arrive for work on time, in uniform, well-rested and fit for dutyAnswer, process, and prioritize E911 and non-emergency calls from the public. Includes:Using MPDS to process and prioritize EMS and Fire response requestsUsing CAD map, Power Map and Primary Service Answering Point information (Phase II location) to accurately identify the locations of incidents.When necessary and appropriate, use outside resources (Language Services, Poison Control, Nurse Line, etc.) to assist with calls processing and prioritization.Establish phone patches as necessaryMonitor EMS and Mecklenburg County Fire Units in the field via radio and CAD systems. Includes:Relaying scene safety and pertinent patient information to field units respondingEstablish and monitor radio patches for other agencies as needed.Respond to mutual aid agencies as they respond, and manage those resources appropriatelyMaintain all certifications by attending all appropriate continuing education necessaryQualifications:High School diploma or general education degree (G.E.D); or equivalent combination of education and experienceCurrent North Carolina Emergency Medical Dispatch and Emergency Medical Dispatch Certification preferredPrior experience as EMD/EFD/EMT/EMT-P/Fire Service preferredMust complete FEMA classes IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700Ability to type at least 40 WPMThis job description (telecommunicator) is classified as an "essential employee" (as defined by Mecklenburg EMS Agency) which requires the employee to report to duty in all types of natural or manmade situations; the employee must adhere to agency disaster work policy.Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, maintain hand and finger dexterity, view a computer screen for extended periods, listen to and comprehend instructions, sustain concentration for tasks requiring attention to detail, and occasionally reach, stoop, kneel, stand, walk, crouch or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to lift or carry light objects, up to 25 pounds.Salary Range. $25.97/hr - $28.82/hrInterested applicants must complete the online application and upload a resume by October 27th 2026 to be considered for the position.If you have any further questions, please contact MEDIC recruitment at View email address on click.appcast.io Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.