Become an Emergency Services Dispatcher

How to Apply

Step 1.Confirm you meet the minimum qualifications

The minimum qualifications required to take the Emergency Services Dispatcher exam are:

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma 

Special Requirements:

  • All candidates for employment to this title shall be subject to a background investigation, including a fingerprint based criminal history search, medical examination to include a hearing test, and a psychological examination/personality assessment, prior to appointment. All such assessments shall be in conformity with New York Executive Law article 15 (Human Rights Law).

  • Candidates for employment in this title must be of good moral character. The criminal history of a candidate must be assessed in accordance with applicable federal and State requirements, including New York Executive Law article 15 (Human Rights Law) and the access requirements of necessary crime information systems.

Step 2.Register for the Civil Service Exam

This position can be obtained after taking a civil service exam and appearing on an eligible list. The Ulster County Personnel Office regularly schedules these exams. View the Ulster County Personnel Office's web site for upcoming exams.

Special Note: 

Emergency Services Dispatcher is currently eligible for hiring under the NY HELPS program. 

 

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