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Durham NC

CITY of DURHAM EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER

Director of the Durham ECC (DECC)

Post Date: 09-04-2026 

End Date: until filled

 

DECC is a nationally accredited, 24/7 operation serving as the City’s primary Public Safety Answering Point for police, fire, and emergency medical response. The next Director will build upon a strong foundation while investing in people, strengthening organizational resilience, advancing technology, and preparing the Center for the future.
As Director, you will:

  • Provide executive leadership for a dedicated emergency communications team.

  • Strengthen partnerships with Police, Fire, EMS, Durham County, and regional public safety agencies.

  • Support employee recruitment, development, engagement, and succession planning.

  • Guide continued investment in CAD, radio communications, GIS, and emerging technologies.

  • Sustain accreditation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

 

Compensation & Benefits
Hiring Range: $160,000–$180,000, plus a comprehensive City benefits package including LGERS retirement, City 401(k) contributions, healthcare coverage, paid leave, and additional retirement and wellness benefits.

 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To learn more or apply, visit the Pracademic Partners recruitment website.
A recruitment brochure is HERE.
Confidential inquiries are welcome.

The City of Durham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Blount Co 911

BLOUNT COUNTY EMERGENCY 911 COMMUNICATIONS CENTER

911 Telecommunicator

Post Date: 05-02-2026 

End Date: until filled

 

We Protect Those That Protect You.  Do You Want to Make a Difference? Become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher

 

Position Type: Full- Time   Starting Pay Rate: $21.15/hr.

We offer excellent benefit package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short - term and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), retirement pension with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), 457(b) before tax plan, 401(k) before tax or after-tax Roth plan. 

Education and Minimum Qualification.  Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Be a United States Citizen,   Be a high school graduate or possess GED, Possess a valid driver’s license, Ability to speak English concisely and distinctly,  Ability to type at minimum 25 wpm

Applications can be downloaded from our website: blount911.com/Careers or link via Facebook @Blount County, TN 911. Paper applications are available at 1431 William Blount Dr. Maryville, TN 37801. Please submit your

application by email to jlong@blount911.com, by fax to 865-981-7107 or in person. Current recruitment ends May 8, 2026. Applications received after that time will be kept on file for a period of one year.

 

Blount County Emergency Communications District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Cheatham Co

CHEATHAM COUNTY EMERGENCY 911 COMMUNICATIONS CENTER

911 Telecommunicator

Post Date: 02-02-2026 

End Date: until filled

The Cheatham County, Tennessee  Emergency 911 Communications Center will be accepting applications for the position of 911 Telecomunicator,  until positions are filled.

 

Education and Experience:  Requires a high school diploma or GED.  Must be able to pass a criminal background check and be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.  Must be 18 years of age.  Starting pay is $22.93 an hour.

 

For a complete job description and application, contact

Cheatham County Emergency 911 Communications Center at

615-792-3221, Monday thru Friday. 8am-4pm CST.

 

Cheatham County Emergency 911 Communications Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Roana Co

 ROANE COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER

911 Telecommunicator

Post Date: 08/22/2024

End Date:  until filled

Roane County 911 is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in a career as a 911 Telecommunicator.

 

Minimum requirements include:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Must be 18 years of age

Must be a citizen of the United States

Must be willing to submit to and pass a criminal background investigation

Must pass drug test / physical / psychological

Must meet the minimum standards on all tests and evaluations

Must be willing to work variable shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Telecommunicators will earn a salary of $20.00 per hour, which increases to $21.00 after basic training  The position does include health insurance, benefits package, 401K, and retirement.

 

Please call (865)354-0704 for any further questions regarding the position.

Applicants can also apply for the position by email, go to http://roanecounty911.com , and go to Positions and fill out Application.

If local, by picking up an application at

Roane County Emergency Communication District, located 4390 Roane State Hwy. Rockwood, TN 37854.

Obion Co

OBION COUNTY ECD-E-911

Public Safety Telecommunicator

Post Date: 03-21-2023

End Date::  until filled

Obion County Emergency Communications District (E-911) is seeking applicants for the position of Public Safety Telecommunicator. Minimum requirements are as follows:

  • At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED

  • U.S. Citizen

  • Successfully pass a criminal background screening, drug and hearing tests

  • Able to work all shifts including overnight, weekends and holidays on a continuous operation schedule

 

All prospective team members must apply through Job World, Inc. through one of the following means:

 

Probationary employees are contracted to the District through Job World for a minimum of 90 days. Probationary employees who have successfully completed this will become District employees with eligibility for benefits immediately. The District offers:

  • Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)

  • Vacation, sick and holiday pay

  • Weekly pay by direct deposit

  • Team schedule up to 12 months in advance

 

We look forward to meeting you soon.

Hawkins Co

HAWKINS COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT

Emergency Communications Specialist

Post Date: 07-26-2022

End Date: until filled

Hawkins County Emergency Communications District is now taking applications for full-time Emergency Communication Specialists. Applications may be picked up during business hours, 8:30 am–4:30 pm Monday through Friday, at the District office or by email at lcampbell@hawkinscounty911.org. Your application will be screened for the minimum requirements listed below.

 

Minimum requirements include:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Must be 18 years of age

Must be a citizen of the United States

Must be willing to submit to a criminal background investigation

Must meet the minimum standards on all tests and evaluations

Must be willing to work variable shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

 

Hawkins County Emergency Communications District

2291 E. Main Street

Rogersville, TN 37857

 

Hawkins County Emergency Communications District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Hamilton Co

HAMILTON COUNTY 9-1-1 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DISTRICT

Telecommunicator Trainee

Post Date: 05-31-2022

End Date: until filled

$38,145.00 - $47,681.00 Annually

 Under close supervision of Emergency Communications District (ECD) training and supervisory personnel acquires the skills, training, and certifications necessary to answer multiple phone lines, communicate effectively with persons requesting emergency and non-emergency police, fire, or EMS assistance, to clearly relay information to first response personnel or to transfer information to dispatchers and to perform administrative support tasks as required.  This position requires weekend and shift work.

​Hamilton County 9-1-1 Emergency Communications District

3404 Amnicola Highway

Chattanooga, TN 37406

423.622.1911

www.hc911.org

www.hamiltontn.gov/Search_CountyJobs.aspx

Hamilton County 9-1-1 Emergency Communications District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Rhea Co

RHEA COUNTY EMERGENCY COMM. CENTER

911 Telecommunicator

Post Date: 04-16-2021

End Date:Until filled

Rhea County 911 is accepting applications from qualified individuals interested in a career as a 911 Telecommunicator.

 

Preliminary testing will be conducted to judge skills in typing, data entry, reading and listening comprehension, situational judgment, critical thinking, and map reading. Applicants must pass all preliminary testing in order to proceed to the next phase of the hiring process.

After basic training, Telecommunicators will earn a salary of $16.27 per hour, which increases to $17.41 after basic training.  The position does include health insurance, benefits package, and retirement.

 

Please call (423) 775-6078 or (423) 775-5089 for any further questions regarding the position.

Applicants can also apply for the position by email, or if local, by picking up an application at Rhea County Finance Department, located inside the Rhea County Courthouse Annex Building at 375 Church Street Suite 200, Dayton, TN 37321.

If inquiring by email, send an application request to e911@volstate.net and we will email you a packet to complete.

Sumner Co

SUMNER CO.  EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER.

911 Public Safety Telecommunicator & Calltakers

Post Date: 08-11-2026

End Date:Until Filled

The Sumner County Emergency Communications Center is currently accepting applications for 911 Public Safety Telecommunicators.

Applicants must possess a valid Tennessee Driver License, be able to type a minimum of 40 words per minute and have a high school diploma or GED.

The hiring process includes an oral interview, extensive background investigation, psychological evaluation, job-related physical examination, and drug screening.

Starting pay for entry-level is $24.03 per hour, with increases available upon completion of additional training requirements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical insurance 

  • Dental insurance 

  • Vision insurance 

  • Access to Sumner County's One to One Health Clinics and Pharmacy 

The standard work schedule consists of 12-hour shifts on a two-week rotating schedule, giving you a 3-day weekend every other week. 

Testing dates will be scheduled, and applicants will be notified by phone, text message, or email.

A job description and application may be downloaded from www.sumnerecc.org.

For additional information, please contact:

Employment@sumnerecc.org

Williamson Co

WILLIAMSON CO.  EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS DEPT.

911 Dispatcher / Telecommunicator

Post Date: 01-04-2021

End Date: Until Filled

Williamson County Government Emergency Communications Department is accepting applications for full-time 911 Dispatchers/Telecommunicators. A High School Diploma or a GED is required. Preference will be given to those with experience in Emergency Communications. These positions will require excellent communication skills along with the ability to multitask. It is essential that employees be able to do more than one task at a time and take appropriate action when presented with a stressful life/death situation and remain calm under all circumstances.

Starting pay for those fully meeting the minimum qualifications $19.15 per hour

For additional information or to apply, visit the website at http://www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=75&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=911-Dispatcher-Telecommunicator-Public-S-36

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