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New Technology: Loss of Pulse Detection: A first-of-its-kind feature on Pixel Watch 3

Many loss of pulse incidents happen when the person is alone, leaving them with effectively no chance of receiving resuscitation. Loss of Pulse Detection on Pixel Watch 3 can detect loss of pulse and automatically place a call to emergency services, potentially saving lives.

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Jefferson County 911 gets APCO training certification, recognized at 2022 conference in Anaheim, CA.

Communications Classes

Click on the links below for course information and application forms for Incident Center Manager and Communications Leader

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9-1-1 personnel operating mobile dispatch center at the 2021 Butterbean Festival in Pinson, Alabama

Picture on the left is law dispatch and fire dispatch on the right each position has our Tyler Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Voice Over IP telephone…

Flyer for an Incident Tactical Dispatcher course in Birmingham, AL, with details about dates, location, prerequisites, and content.

Training

Resolution Acknowledging Employees’ Status As First Responders

WHEREAS, the Jefferson County 911 Emergency Communications District, Inc. employs the following personnel: Telecommunicator / call taker-dispatcher…

Employment Opportunity for Information Technology Support Specialist

Jefferson County 9-1-1 ECD is currently hiring for an Information Technology Support Specialist and the closing date has been extended until October…

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2019 Ugly Sweater Contest

"Text to 9-1-1 is available" info graphic on texting 9-1-1 in emergencies, especially for the impaired or when speaking is unsafe.

9-1-1: Call if You Can, Text if You Can’t

Voice Calls to 9-1-1 Are Still the Best and Fastest Way to Contact 9-1-1

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Job Announcement

Jefferson County 9-1-1 Emergency Communications District is currently accepting applications for the position of Training Coordinator. Application…

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2nd Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Jefferson County 9-1-1 ECD hosted its annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest on October 31, 2018. The contest was open to all employees and each employee…

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Trussville resident selected for Leadership Achievement Award by the National Emergency Number Association

ORANGE BEACH — The Alabama chapter of the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) has honored Director Howard Summerford, of Jefferson County 9-1…

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Certified Emergency Communication District Administrators (CECA).

We are proud to announce that Jefferson County 9-1-1 now has four Certified Emergency Communication District Administrators (CECA). This certification…

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National Night Out 2017

Jefferson County 9-1-1 enjoyed participating in the 34th Annual “National Night Out” event in Center Point August 1, 2017. Tours of the Consolidated…

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9-1-1 Board recognizes Dispatcher

Michael Kidd for outstanding performance during a critical call. A letter of Commendation and a resolution honoring his service was presented to him…

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Jefferson County 9-1-1 Dispatcher Named BREMSS “Dispatcher of the Year”

Sharon Belcher was recently named “Emergency Medical Dispatcher of the Year” for 2016 by the Birmingham Regional Emergency Medical Services System (…

A group of people stand in front of a fire station, holding a banner for Center Point Fire District's ISO Class 1 Fire Protection Rating.

Center Point Fire announces ISO Community Fire Protection Classification

CENTER POINT – The Center Point Fire District announced their new ISO Community Fire Protection Classification on Thursday.

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