Emergency Dispatcher Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of emergency dispatcher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for backup to the Director of Emergency Management during the activation of the University’s Emergency Operations Center and in the event of a large-scale emergency; responds 24x7 to large-scale emergencies at the University.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Strong character, sound judgement, a level head, and critical thinking
• Prior experience in 911 call-taking/dispatching or Emergency Medical Services (preferred)
• Computer Experience (Windows Word, Excel / Lotus Approach / Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)/ Database management )
• Previous experience in the field or office operation of EMS/Fire/Police/HazMat operations is recommended
• Recognized Telecommunicator Course or Emergency Medical Technician preferred
• A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program preferred
• Prior experience in 911 call-taking/dispatching or Emergency Medical Services
• The Dispatcher should have excellent communication skills both oral communication and written communication

I am excited to be applying for the position of emergency dispatcher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for testing and initiate needed maintenance requests for the site Emergency Response Facilities (Control Room, Technical Support Center, Operations Support Center, and Emergency News Center) and equipment to ensure operability to include: all communications equipment, MIDAS system (dosimetry measuring system) , WebEOC system (web based information system), automated recall system (Dialogic), and personal communication devices.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Emergency Telecommunicator Course (ETC) or successful completion during orientation
• Experience functioning as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher
• HAZMAT Awareness (IFSAC)
• The ERT Dispatcher should have excellent communication skills both oral communication and written communication
• The Dispatchers are always the first contact regarding LOPC incidents and Odor Complaints, so good listening and verbal communication are vital
• Industrial and chemical plant experience
• Rope rescue and confined space training
• Prior Emergency Services field experience (police, fire, medical, or military background) is preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of emergency dispatcher. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for bU implementation support for the Chevron Emergency Management (EM) Standard OE Process: Operational reviews of EM plans, Incident and Crisis Management training and exercises, SME reviews of EM systems and equipment (fire, oil spill, other).

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• All reports are distributed by Dispatchers therefore it is important to have excellent writing skills
• The Dispatchers are always the first contact regarding LOPC incidents and Odor Complaints, so good listening and verbal communication is vital
• It is critical to document only the facts, concisely and accurately
• The foundation to all quality Dispatch work lies in proper communication
• Certified hazardous material awareness
• Experience working with fire, medical, and military terminology
• Understanding of affecting emergency plans, SOPs and mutual aid agreements
• Able to independently determine which processes, procedures and methods to use to effectively dispatch emergency response personnel and vehicles to scenes of emergency/incidents

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the emergency dispatcher position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for set-up and communications staffing personnel for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergency events and drills.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experienced with emergency dispatching
• Knowledge of dispatching techniques and protocol
• American Heart Association BLS upon hire
• Current Florida Driver’s License (no restrictions) upon hire
• Dispatch or transport experience preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician, AHA-BLS CPR, and Basic Tele Communicator and Emergency Medical Dispatch (preferred)
• Familiar with computer aided dispatch, dispatch software, UHF/ VHF and other radio frequencies
• Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certified by NAED within 90 days

Please consider me for the emergency dispatcher opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for administrative support and directions in developing and maintaining crisis and emergency management plans, policies and procedures.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Prior 911 Dispatching Experience is preferred
• Customer Service Experience is also preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician (Preferred)
• Previous experience with the US Government or US Military is preferred
• NFOA 1582 medical requirements
• Demonstrate good listening skills, problem solving, verbal and written communication with attention to detail
• Monitor site-wide fire, security, and utility alarm enunciation system
• Monitors service requests and complaints received through the city’s 311-CSR system and received via radio, telephone or cellular communications