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St. Mary's County commenters describe 6–8 month 911 training, 12‑hour shifts and close teamwork
Summary
At a St. Mary's County meeting, three commenters described the training, shift schedules and close working relationships of 911 dispatch work, noting a six- to eight-month training program, 12-hour shifts and strong coworker support.
Three commenters at a St. Mary's County meeting described the training, shift schedules and workplace camaraderie of emergency dispatch work, offering an informal view of what the job requires and how it affects staff.
The comments, delivered during the meeting's public-comment segment, emphasized training length and on-the-job supports. Speaker 1, a commenter, said, "So I have always been somebody who wants to help people. I've always had that mentality. I've always been the mom friend." Speaker 2, a commenter, encouraged others considering similar roles, saying, "Well,…
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