Hocking County 911
Hocking County 911 provides emergency communications services for residents and visitors throughout the county. The communications center uses computer-aided dispatch and GIS mapping technology to help emergency personnel respond quickly and accurately when help is needed.
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Our Mission
We strive to provide Hocking County with a reliable, cost-effective, and state-of-the-art Enhanced 911 emergency telephone system and to maintain that system with complete public confidence and accountability.
Most importantly, our goal is to provide county residents and visitors with demonstrated life-saving responsiveness in any emergency.
Emergency Alerts and Smart911
Hocking County uses Smart911 for emergency alerts and public safety notifications. Residents, property owners, and visitors can sign up to receive important emergency information.
Use the secure Smart911 sign-up page below to create or update your alert preferences.
Smart911 Sign Up
Create or update your Smart911 profile to help make sure emergency alerts go to your current phone numbers and email addresses.
Text to 911
Text to 911 allows a person to send an SMS message from a mobile device to 911 instead of placing a voice call.
Call if you can. Text if you can’t.
What Text to 911 Means
Enter 911 as the recipient, briefly explain the emergency, and include your location as clearly as possible.
When Texting Helps
If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability.
If speaking could put you in more danger.
If a medical condition prevents you from speaking.
If a voice call will not go through but a text message can.
911 and Cell Phones
Tell Us Your Location First
When calling 911 from a cell phone, immediately provide your location and the type of emergency.
Any Available Signal May Help
Even if a phone is not activated for normal service, it may still be able to place a 911 call if it has power and can connect to a signal.
Stay on the Line
Speak clearly, stay calm, and answer the dispatcher’s questions so the right responders can be sent quickly.
Special Needs and Conditions
If your home or business has a special condition first responders should know about, Hocking County 911 can add instructions to your address record.
Examples may include chemicals on site, guard dogs, alarm systems, TDD or Deaf communication needs, physical disabilities, mental health concerns, or other important responder information.
Information submitted for this purpose is held in confidence.
Form and Mailing Address
Hocking County 911
52 E. Second St.
Logan, OH 43138
Cabin Owner Emergency Information
If you own and rent a cabin in Hocking County, it is important for 911 to have accurate cabin contact information in case of an emergency.
Printable Form
Use the printable form if you prefer to email or mail your information.
911 Address Signs
Reflective 911 address signs are available for purchase at several stores in Logan.
When a reflective 911 address sign is placed where it can be clearly seen from the road, emergency response personnel can locate a residence more quickly during times of need.
Public Education
If your organization would like to schedule a 911 representative to speak about the proper use of 911 services, please contact the office.
Call 911 for emergencies that need immediate police, fire, or EMS response.
If you dial 911 by mistake, stay on the line and tell the dispatcher it was accidental.
If you are unsure whether something is an emergency, call and let the dispatcher help determine the proper response.
911 Frequently Asked Questions
What does 911 provide?
Hocking County Emergency Communications provides 911 services for Hocking County residents. Fire, police, and emergency medical services can be obtained by dialing 911.
When should I call 911?
Call 911 when there is an immediate need for emergency assistance. If you are unsure whether the situation is urgent, call 911 and let the dispatcher determine the best response.
What if I call 911 by accident?
Do not hang up. Stay on the line and tell the dispatcher the call was accidental so emergency personnel do not have to investigate a hang-up as a possible emergency.
Supporting Agencies
Hocking County Emergency Medical Service (EMS)
City of Logan Police Department
City of Logan Fire Department
Good Hope Volunteer Fire Department
Laurelville Volunteer Fire Department
Marion Volunteer Fire Department
Murray City Volunteer Fire Department
Starr Volunteer Fire Department
Ward Volunteer Fire Department
Washington Volunteer Fire Department
Ohio State Parks
Wayne National Forest
Hocking County 911 Employment Application Instructions
- All sections must be completed to the best of your ability.
- If you are selected for an interview, you will be required to take and pass a drug screening test, which will be paid for by Hocking County 9-1-1, as a precondition for employment. Also, random drug testing is a condition for continued employment with Hocking County 9-1-1.
- Applications will remain active for ninety days. After ninety days, all applications will be placed in an "inactive" status. In order to reactivate the application, the applicant must physically renew the application by coming into the 911 Center and requesting same.
- Hocking County 9-1-1 is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate applicants on the basis of race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
- All applicants recognize that Hocking County 9-1-1 enforces a tobacco-free working environment.
9-1-1 Basic EST Hiring Criteria
- Age: At least 18 years old.
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
- Special Training: APCO Basic Telecommunicator's Certification within 6 months of employment.
- Drug Testing: Yes, with no drug or alcohol-related convictions in the past three years.
- Criminal Record: No felony convictions. No misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.
- County Residency: No.
- Position Testing: Yes, as required.
- Computer Skills: Yes, basic computer knowledge and usage.
Applications Available
Applications are available at Hocking County 911 Center, 52 E. Second Street, Logan, Ohio 43138.
