Police Communications Operator

Posting Summary

Job Title

Division

Division of Finance & Administration

Department

Office of Police & Public Safety

Work Status

Full Time

Position Category

Staff

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

Salary Range

$40,000 / year

Fund Source

State Support

Job Summary

To monitor several two-way radio channels simultaneously, as well as fire and burglar alarms. Also maintain a log of all communications transmitted and received; and to relay messages by radio to enforcement personnel.

Job Duties

Transmits and receives voice messages over radio-telephone equipment;
Relay messages verbally by telephone, or in writing as directed;
Monitors several radio channels continuously, simultaneously.
Monitors fire alarms and burglar alarms; maintains a log of all incoming messages and or any unusual emergency signals detected or actions taken;
Functions as a control operator when radio communications involve two or more other stations, fixed or mobile;
Keeps the communications center in a neat and orderly condition at all times;
Serves as receptionist or information clerk, answering inquiries from the public;
Issues and controls police and security equipment, routes incoming departmental mail;
Assist in the routine clerical work of other sections to the extent of the duties of his/her primary function;
Inputs and receives messages/bulletins over the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer terminal; performs other necessary duties as required.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:
A High School Diploma or GED is required
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of clerical or other related experience.

REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must have the ability to type accurately; learn emergency communications work; learn applicable procedures and regulations; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; react calmly, quickly, and decisively in emergency situations; and obtain, summarize, and relay information orally and in writing.

OTHER
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis, with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

two-way radios, multiple phone lines, emergency procedures and protocol, computers, fax

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ST01575

Number of Vacancies

Job Open Date

04/17/2026

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

05/13/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application.

Please note: This position is subject to close early if a large volume of applications is received.
We encourage you not to delay the process of applying for this position.

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