Casual Security Operation Dispatch
Job Description
Amentum is seeking a Casual Security Operation Dispatcher located in the Williamsburg area of Virginia. The Dispatch position is a 24 hour a day, 7 day per week, 365 days a year presence to include weekends and holidays.
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Responsibilities
Job Requirements:
- Operate two-way radio communication equipment and telephone consoles to receive incoming calls for assistance and will dispatch police, fire, medical, and other personnel and equipment to scene of emergency or location of personnel requiring assistance.
- Following established guidelines by interviewing a caller to determine the nature and type of problem, the number of personnel and equipment needed, and scan status charts and computer screen to determine units available.
- May be required to provide instructions to the caller, utilizing knowledge of emergency medical techniques prior to the arrival of First Responders.
- Monitors alarm system signals that indicate the location of fire or other emergency and be able to accurately dispatch responding units.
- Input commands on a computer keyboard to update files and maintain logs, test communications, and alarm equipment and backup systems to ensure serviceability.
- Maintain existing Standard Operating Procedures in coordination with site Security Office, creation of Daily Tour of Duty report, perform ad hoc administrative support to site Security and Emergency Services Office, route calls to business areas, issue hotel room keys if lost or misplaced by visitors and log and issue master keys to authorized personnel for various locations.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
- Valid Drivers License
- US Citizen
- Multitasking
- ability to handle stressful situations
- Government issued clearance at time of application
