Karlton Genwright
About Karlton Genwright
Karlton Genwright is an Emergency Dispatcher at The George Washington University, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 10 years of experience in emergency management and loss prevention, having previously held positions in various organizations including the City of Columbia and the City of Raleigh Municipal Government.
Work at The George Washington University
Karlton Genwright has served as an Emergency Dispatcher at The George Washington University since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for directing calls to the appropriate personnel within the George Washington University Police Department. His duties include monitoring alarms from campus facilities and utilizing the GW Personal Alarm Locator software. He also dispatches officers and campus ambulance crews for incidents and emergencies occurring both on and off campus.
Education and Expertise
Karlton Genwright studied at The George Washington University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security from 2020 to 2023. He also attended Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, achieving a degree in Art/Art Studies from 2012 to 2015. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in emergency management and loss prevention.
Background in Emergency Dispatching
Before joining The George Washington University, Karlton Genwright worked as an Emergency Dispatcher for the City of Columbia, SC, from 2018 to 2019, and for the City of Raleigh Municipal Government from 2016 to 2018. His experience includes engaging in front-line responses to criminal activities and collaborating with emergency response teams. He has completed ongoing training and certification for his duties as an emergency dispatcher.
Professional Experience in Loss Prevention
Karlton Genwright has a background in loss prevention, having worked as a Loss Prevention Specialist at Best Buy from 2019 to 2020 and at Target for a brief period in 2020. His experience in this field includes monitoring security measures and responding to incidents to protect company assets. He also has experience as a Security Officer with G4S from 2014 to 2016.
Skills in Emergency Management
Karlton Genwright possesses skills in managing both in-person and computer-based threats. His role as an emergency dispatcher involves utilizing specific law enforcement systems that require background checks. He has over 10 years of professional experience in emergency management and loss prevention, which enhances his effectiveness in his current position.