As a 911 Dispatcher, you will be on the phone for the majority of your shift. How do you feel about this?

A 911 Dispatcher can take multiple calls in an hour, and work 12 hour shifts, depending on their region. The hiring authority wants to know that you are up for the challenge of being on the phone for the majority of your day. If you already have exposure to this type of environment, assure the interviewer that you understand the constraints present in the role. If you are new to your career as a 911 Dispatcher, discuss what you have done and will do to ensure resilience.

"I have worked in incredibly fast-paced dispatch environments when walking away from the phone is not an option, often for hours at a time. I come prepared with a full understanding of the jobs' expectations as well as physical requirements."