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Lead Emergency Services Dispatcher

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

Fresh

Salary

$52,710 - $68,524

per year

Closes

February 16, 2026More DOD jobs →

GS-7 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $41,966 - $54,557

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-6. Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or 1 year graduate study.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of dispatchers in handling emergency calls, coordinating responses, and managing equipment in a high-pressure environment for the Defense Logistics Agency.

The role requires quick thinking to provide medical guidance over the phone and ensure accurate record-keeping during crises.

It's a good fit for someone with prior dispatch experience who thrives in shift work and is committed to ongoing training in emergency procedures.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06 level, including answering 911 calls and using dispatch equipment
  • Ability to interpret laws and regulations related to emergency dispatching
  • Experience monitoring multiple emergency systems simultaneously
  • Proficiency in documenting information into databases accurately
  • Certification in Telecommunicator I & II levels and Hazardous Material Awareness within 9 months
  • Obtain and maintain CPR and Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certifications within one year
  • Willingness to work alternate schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Full Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. To qualify for Lead Emergency Services Dispatcher, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position.

To qualify at the GS 07 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.

Creditable specialized experience includes: Answering 911 calls. Working with emergency services dispatch equipment.

Interpreting pertinent laws and regulations related to emergency calls and dispatching services. Monitoring multiple types of emergency equipment simultaneously.

Documenting accurate information into appropriate databases.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbent must successfully complete any and all required training, to include being certified at the Telecommunicator I & II levels and Hazardous Material Awareness within 9 months of being placed in this position.

Failure to do so may result in removal from federal service.

Within one year, incumbent must obtain and maintain Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Incumbent is required to work on alternate work schedule which may include an uncommon tour of duty (including nights, weekends and holidays).

Incumbent is responsible for attaining continuing dispatch education (CDE) requirements through in-service training that is offered locally and pass in accordance with predetermined course requirements.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

  • Distributes and balances the workload among employees in accordance with established workflow or job specialization, assuring timely completion of dispatch activities.
  • Provides advanced emergency medical dispatch life support through pre-arrival instructions to callers.
  • Operates and maintains all Dispatch Call Center equipment, including the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) System to obtain criminal background information.
  • Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLADSR-26-12882649-DHA