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Dari Paul

Milton,ON

Summary

Diligent alarm dispatcher with background in monitoring and responding to emergency alarms. Proven ability to coordinate with emergency responders and ensure timely communication during critical situations. Demonstrated skill in managing high-stress environments and maintaining detailed records of incidents and responses.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Ambulance Communications Officer

Ministry of Health
Cambridge, ON
12.2022 - Current

• Processed 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency requests for ambulance service using a complex Computer-Aided Dispatch system
• Provided timely and accurate dispatch services to callers, ambulance service providers, and other emergency health services system stakeholders.
• Communicated with individuals who are under stress in a respectful, patient, and calming manner
• Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess real-time emergency situations

• Directed ambulance movements and coordinated response efforts with partners such as Fire, Police and Ornge Air Ambulance
• Provide pre-arrival instructions including first aid and telephone-assisted cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while awaiting the arrival of paramedics or tiered emergency responders.

Alarm Operator

Chubb Fire and Security
12.2016 - Current
  • Handled burglary, fire, medical, and environmental alarms in a timely manner following standard alarm procedures
  • Verified alarms, dispatch appropriate agents (police, fire, EMT, technician, etc.), and notify alarm customer(s)
  • Provided outstanding customer service by handling incoming calls to include alarm cancellations, after-hours emergency service
  • Provided data entry service to customers and dealers in correcting, adding, and changing account information
  • Maintained strict confidentiality by obtaining passwords and following security procedures to protect customer and dealer information
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.

Alarm Dispatcher-Night Shift Supervisor

The Monitoring Center (T.M.C.)
01.2010 - 12.2016
  • Monitored emergency alarms in a 24/7 call center environment while communicating with subscribers and clients to relay information and collect data
  • Questioned callers to determine their locations, and the nature of their problems to determine the type of response needed
  • Recorded details of calls, dispatches, and messages
  • Maintain access to, and security of, highly sensitive materials
  • Received incoming telephone or alarm system calls regarding emergency and non-emergency police and fire service, emergency ambulance service
  • Tested and adjusted communication and alarm systems, and report malfunctions to maintenance units

Alarm Dispatcher

Graham Alarms
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Determined the response requirements and relative priorities of situations, and dispatch units in accordance with established procedures
  • Tested communication and alarm systems, and report malfunctions to maintenance units
  • Questioned callers to determine their locations, and the nature of their problems to determine the type of response needed
  • Scanned status charts and computer screens, and contact emergency response field units to determine emergency units available for dispatch
  • Relayed information and messages to and from emergency sites, to law enforcement agencies, and to all other individuals or groups
  • Received incoming telephone or alarm system calls regarding emergency and non-emergency police and fire service
  • Monitored alarm systems to detect emergencies such as fires and illegal entry into establishments
  • Maintained accurate records of alarm incidents, ensuring all necessary information was documented for review and analysis.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by calmly addressing concerns from callers during stressful situations.

Education

Associate of Arts - English

Athabasca University
Edmonton, AB
10.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Toronto-Erindale Campus
Mississauga, Ontario
01.2004

Skills

  • Windows 98, XP, 2000, NT
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint
  • Macromedia Director
  • Internet: Web publishing, E-mail
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Ambulance Communications Officer

Ministry of Health
12.2022 - Current

Alarm Operator

Chubb Fire and Security
12.2016 - Current

Alarm Dispatcher-Night Shift Supervisor

The Monitoring Center (T.M.C.)
01.2010 - 12.2016

Alarm Dispatcher

Graham Alarms
01.2007 - 01.2010

Associate of Arts - English

Athabasca University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Toronto-Erindale Campus
Dari Paul