POLICE COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR I
Multiple Vacancies
Recruitment #20-002703-0004
Department | DNR - Natural Resource Police - General Direction |
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Date Opened | 5/29/2020 2:35:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 6/12/2020 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $40,796.00 - $53,658.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Charles Hecker |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of a Police Communications Operator I is to facilitate officer safety by monitoring police radio transmissions, utilizing all communications equipment and simultaneously performing multiple tasks often under extremely stressful conditions in difficult law enforcement situations.
The essential job functions of these positions include monitoring and communicating with law enforcement and other public safety personnel via two-way multi-channel radios and maintaining documentation of same; utilizing computer systems to obtain and disseminate vital information; and interacting with other Departmental personnel, allied agencies and the general public.
These positions require rotating shift work. They also require working on weekends and holidays as determined by the work schedule. Employees in this classification are considered essential staff and must be available to report to work during state closures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None required.
Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Operations Specialist classifications or Signal Corps, Cyberspace Support, or Communications specialty codes in the communications field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience dispatching in a 911 (police/emergency) services environment utilizing a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
Experience in a multi-faceted work environment using data entry keyboard functions and a multi-line telephone system
Previous emergency dispatch training, education and/or experience
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Applicants for this classification may be subject to an extensive background investigation prior to appointment.
2. Employees in this classification will be required to provide a telephone number at which they can be reached.
SELECTION PROCESS
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Chuck Hecker at charles.hecker@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.