Communications Bureau
The county’s Emergency Communications Center, staffed 24/7.
Always Here When You Need Help
The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Communications Center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Public Safety Telecommunicators answer emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatch first responders and coordinate communication between public safety agencies throughout Fairfield County.
Whether someone is reporting an emergency, requesting assistance, or calling for non-emergency services, our team works behind the scenes to ensure help is sent quickly and efficiently.
What the Communication Center Does
The Communication Center is responsible for:
- Answering 9-1-1 emergency calls
- Handling non-emergency calls for service
- Dispatching Sheriff’s Office deputies
- Dispatching local fire and EMS agencies
- Coordinating communications and notifying partner agencies during emergencies and critical incidents
- Providing responding personnel with important information to help them safely and effectively serve the public
Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)-certified Public Safety Telecommunicators are specially trained to gather critical information, provide lifesaving instructions when appropriate, and ensure responders receive the information they need before arriving on scene.
Coordinated Response Countywide
The Communication Center provides dispatch services for:
- Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Deputies
- 11 Township Fire Departments
- 4 Village Police Departments
Working together with these agencies allows us to provide coordinated emergency response throughout Fairfield County.
Next Generation 9-1-1
The Emergency Communication Center, via Carbyne (opens in a new window – external site) and the ESInet, is utilizing Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) technology, allowing the integration of enhanced communication tools such as text messaging, photos, video, and other data as these services continue to become available.
Our communications systems help dispatchers monitor incidents in real time, coordinate responding agencies, and support first responders throughout every stage of an emergency.
Court and Warrant Responsibilities
In addition to emergency communications, the Communications Bureau maintains records for:
- Felony warrants issued by the Fairfield County Common Pleas Court
- Non-support warrants issued by the Domestic Relations Court
- Juvenile Court warrants
- Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court warrants
- Baltimore Mayor’s Court warrants
- Protection Orders issued within Fairfield County
Court and Warrant Resources
Search court records or warrant information using the links below:
Elizabeth Maple
Elizabeth Maple has proudly served with the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office since April 2003. Throughout her career, she has worked as a 9-1-1 Public Safety Telecommunicator, Lead Dispatcher, and LEADS Terminal Agency Coordinator before being appointed Communications Bureau Supervisor.
She holds several professional certifications in emergency communications leadership and management, including Registered Public-Safety Leader (RPL) and Certified Public-Safety Executive (CPE) through the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO), Certified Law Enforcement Manager (CLEM), and Emergency Number Professional (ENP) through the National Emergency Number Association (NENA).
Originally from upstate New York, Elizabeth earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Studies. She has called Fairfield County home for more than 30 years, where she and her husband raised their family. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Contact:
Elizabeth Maple
740-652-7917
Communications Bureau FAQ
Is the Fairfield County 9-1-1 center staffed 24 hours a day?
Yes. The Fairfield County Sheriff's Office Emergency Communications Center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Public Safety Telecommunicators answer emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatch first responders, and coordinate communication between public safety agencies throughout Fairfield County.
What number do I call for an emergency in Fairfield County, Ohio?
Dial 9-1-1 for any emergency. For non-emergency calls for service, call the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office at 740-652-7900.
Which agencies does the Fairfield County Communication Center dispatch?
The Communication Center provides dispatch services for Fairfield County Sheriff's Office deputies, 11 township fire departments, and 4 village police departments.
Can I text 9-1-1 in Fairfield County?
The Emergency Communication Center uses Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) technology via Carbyne and the ESInet, which allows integration of enhanced communication tools such as text messaging, photos, video, and other data as these services continue to become available. Calling 9-1-1 is always the fastest way to reach a telecommunicator.
Are Fairfield County dispatchers trained to give medical instructions?
Yes. Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD)-certified Public Safety Telecommunicators are specially trained to gather critical information, provide lifesaving instructions when appropriate, and ensure responders receive the information they need before arriving on scene.
Which warrants and protection orders does the Communications Bureau maintain?
The Communications Bureau maintains records for felony warrants issued by the Fairfield County Common Pleas Court, non-support warrants issued by the Domestic Relations Court, Juvenile Court warrants, Canal Winchester and Baltimore Mayor's Court warrants, and Protection Orders issued within Fairfield County.
How do I search for warrant or court case information in Fairfield County?
Warrant and case information can be searched online through the Fairfield County Common Pleas Court, the Fairfield County Municipal Court, and the Canal Winchester Mayor's Court. Links to each are provided in the Court and Warrant Resources section of this page.
Who is the Fairfield County Communications Bureau Supervisor?
Elizabeth Maple is the Communications Bureau Supervisor. She has served with the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office since April 2003 and can be reached at 740-652-7917.