Emergency Dispatcher jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Emergency Dispatcher is responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Transmits and receives coded and conventional messages. Being an Emergency Dispatcher differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Communicates details of situation and location. Additionally, Emergency Dispatcher enters unit response details into a database. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Emergency Dispatcher works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be an Emergency Dispatcher typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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DISPATCHER
  • JJR Management Inc
  • DUBUQUE, IA FULL_TIME
  • Description

      

    Our large towing and transport business is looking for a night dispatcher to add to the team at our Dubuque IA location. This office is the main dispatch area for multiple Iowa locations that cover Eastern Iowa. This is a fast-paced, high-energy position and an essential role within our company. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, outgoing, confident individual to fill this position. 


    Duties will include:

    · Dispatching calls to team of drivers

    · Handling customer and driver requests or issues

    · Communicating and working well with the team

    · Adjusting confidently as needed 

    · Answering phones and helping customers

    · Inputting data for calls 


    Benefits:

    · 401(k)

    · 401(k) matching

    · Dental insurance

    · Vision insurance

    · Health insurance

    · PTO

    · Paid Holidays


    Schedule:

    · Monday to Thursday – 6:30pm - 6:30am 


    Pay:

    Pay will be based on experience

    Requirements

      

    Qualifications and Skills:

    · Experience in similar position/job duties

    · Self-Motivated

    · Strong communication skills

    · Must be detail oriented

    · Customer service skills

    · Ability to multi-task

    · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

    · Work well under pressure


    Education:

    · High school or equivalent (Preferred)


    Experience with:

    · Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) – Preferred

    · Transportation/Dispatching – Preferred 

  • 5 Days Ago

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DISPATCHER
  • JJR Management Inc
  • DUBUQUE, IA FULL_TIME
  • Description Our large towing and transport business is looking for a night dispatcher to add to the team at our Dubuque IA location. This office is the main dispatch area for multiple Iowa locations t...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Iowa Interstate Railroad
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • Job Details Description HOURLY RATE : $27.00 Starting BENEFITS : Health insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k) and 401(k) Match, Railroad Retirement Benefits, Lif...
  • 27 Days Ago

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PA/ARNP Hospitalist - Emergency Response Team 50 - 100%
  • Emergency Response Team 50 - 100% - Jobs@UIOWA Careers
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • BASIC FUNCTION Function independently to plan, deliver, and evaluate health care for the patients. Respond to nursing concerns, assess patients for acute change in clinical status, and institute appro...
  • 1 Month Ago

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CSR/Dispatcher
  • Career Strategies Inc
  • Rapids, IA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a CSR/Dispatcher to join our team! You will be responsible for helping customers by providing product and service information and resolving technical issues.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:• P...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Staff Nurse - Emergency Medicine (Downtown Campus) 90%, 1000 - 2200
  • Emergency Medicine (Downtown Campus) 90%, 1000 - 2200 - Jobs@UIOWA Careers
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000 University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive aca...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Senior Principal Power Electronics Architect
  • Schneider Electric
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Hardware Design, Power Electronics, Principal Technical Architect Description: We are looking for a senior hardware desi...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Family Nurse Practitioner - Sign On Bonus
  • QuickVisit
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Mount Pleasant and Fort Madison, Iowa * $10,000 Sign On Bonus or Relocation Package Avai...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sports Director / Athlete Evaluator - Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track And Field, Volleyball
  • Area Scouts
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Job Description Area Scouts Sports - Regional Manager Athlete Evaluator Sports Currently Covered: Baseball •Basketball •...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Receiving Manager
  • Natural Grocers
  • Iowa City, IA
  • Salary Range: USD $18.00/Hr. - Posting Timeline: Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if th...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Train Conductor
  • The Judge Group
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Enjoying physical labour, teamwork and working outdoors as well as being safety-minded are vital to a career in rail ope...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SENIOR AIR QUALITY SCIENTIST
  • Linn County
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center o...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Supervisor
  • Kraft Heinz Company
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • The Maintenance Supervisor will assist with all maintenance activities to ensure maximum operational potential is realiz...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Contract Administrator
  • IFF Family of Companies
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Requisition ID : 499749 Job Description IFF is a leader in the industrial biotechnology sector which develops innovative...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and the Cedar River divides east and west. Mays Island, in the middle of the river, is the only area of the city where addresses have no quadrant. Areas outside the city limits that have a Cedar Rapids mailing address do not use the quadrants either. Except in the downtown area, 1st Avenue and the Cedar River tend to run diagonally instead of along the cardinal directions. Due to the curving of 1st Avenue, there are some areas in western Cedar Rapids ...
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Income Estimation for Emergency Dispatcher jobs
$36,968 to $47,068
Cedar Rapids, Iowa area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago

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