Telecommunicator I

TELECOMMUNICATOR I

JOB VACANCY #:  JV 2026-8

THE POSITION OF: Telecommunicator I

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Police/Special Services

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: AFSCME 2763 – Rank & File

SCHEDULE: Full-Time (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)

SALARY: $26.34/HR + $0.40 Shift Diff

POSTING DATE: March 4, 2026

Qualified, interested candidates must submit an application and current resume. Any questions email:   [email protected]  

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Telecommunicator I is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls and monitoring various systems.

Typical duties may include but not limited to:

• Handling emergency/non-emergency calls and additional requests for police service.
  
• Successfully operate various systems, software, and radio console equipment.
  
• Apply policies, procedures, and guidelines relating to emergency/non-emergency situations.
  
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and stay calm under stressful situations in order to provide prompt responses to emergency situations.
  
• Ability to lead, provide direction, and assist other department personnel in various situations when needed.
  
• Work closely with other police divisions or agencies to ensure information is communicated efficiently.
  
• Complete department training, testing and required certifications.
  
• Ability to work mandatory overtime in order to maintain minimum manning with as little as one hour notice.
  
• Work schedules are set based upon the department needs and seniority.
  
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
  
• Maintain security clearances in order to access Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS).
  
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  
• Uphold a professional work environment.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be at least 18 years old.
  
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, drug screening and maintain a clear criminal background.
  
• No FELONY or MISDEMEANOR.
  
• Ability to type 35 wpm with accuracy.
  
• Pass the pre-hire Critical assessment test; scoring at least 85% or higher.