Communications Officer I

The Communications Officer I answers and processes emergency 9-1-1, non-emergency, and administrative phone calls for service from the public. Performs emergency 9-1-1, non-emergency, and field unit-initiated dispatching to medical, fire, and law public safety field units.

Requirements

• Experience: None required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver's license, NCIC certified within 6 months, APCO PST1 certified within the first year.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of 9-1-1 phone system, administrative phone system, Emergency Medical Dispatching, etc.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Health insurance