Telecommunicator I - Supplemental Forms Required - Review Entire Posting This position performs technical work dispatching law enforcement, medical, fire, rescue and other equipment and personnel in response to emergency and non-emergency situations. Other requirements include working at a communications console for extended periods of time, analyzing communications, detailed & accurate typing, and speaking distinctly. Applicants will need to possess the ability to deal courteously with the public and emergency responders under stressful conditions. Position involves working varying shifts, which will include weekend and holiday schedules.
Requirements Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain DCI (Division of Criminal Investigations), Basic Telecommunicator, EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) and CPR certifications. Prefer persons with experience in computerized dispatching or in law-enforcement, EMS, or fire dispatching, and the knowledge of the Halifax County area. This position requires working scheduled shifts. The position requires the ability to type 35 wpm.
Special Requirements The forms located on the link below are required to be considered for a Telecommunicator position with Halifax County. If the completed forms are not returned with your application, you will not be considered for employment. Please download the forms, complete them, and attach with your application for employment.
Confidentiality Form
Volunteer Waiver Form
Compensation The hiring range for this position is $41,048-$45,903.



Halifax County provides a comprehensive employee perks package, including membership in the N.C. Local Government Employees’ Retirement System.
Application Requirements An official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and college transcripts are required to fully evaluate your qualifications for this position. The completed application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date; postmarks will not be accepted. All portions on the application, as they relate to your background, must be fully completed. Applications may not refer to a resume’ or other enclosed documents (i.e. “see resume” or “see attached”), nor will these items be accepted in lieu of a completed application. We will be unable to consider incomplete submissions for this position. Unofficial transcripts (e.g. student copies) are acceptable for application purposes. If selected for employment, official transcripts will be required. A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Halifax County is a drug-free workplace.
A pre-employment drug test will be required of this position with the results being received (negative) prior to the first day of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.
EOE/M/F/V/D
Status: Open
Posted: June 16, 2026 5:00 PM
Job ID TELECOMMUNICATOR
Category: Full Time Positions

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