Communications Officer

engage.richmond.edu

Base: starting at $22.35ph; bonus/equity: not spec...
Operate ncic/vcin and cad terminals
Dispatch police officers to calls
Maintain radio and telephone logs
Applicants currently Virginia-certified through DCJS are exempt from the National Dispatcher Selection Test

Job Summary

  • Applicants currently Virginia-certified through DCJS are exempt from the National Dispatcher Selection Test.
  • The role involves receiving calls, dispatching officers, maintaining logs, and providing assistance to university community members.
  • Work hours are 8 pm to 8 am on a 2-2-3 rotating weekend schedule with a starting pay of $22.35 per hour.

Matching Summary

Applicants currently Virginia-certified through DCJS are exempt from the National Dispatcher Selection Test.

Salary

Base: Starting at $22.35/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate NCIC/VCIN and CAD terminals
  • Dispatch police officers to calls
  • Maintain radio and telephone logs
  • Use radio communication procedures
  • Provide information to public and university personnel
  • Issue visitor and temporary parking permits

Nice-to-have

  • Promote positive community relations
  • Train newly hired communications officers
  • Articulate and responsive communication
  • Work under pressure with high accuracy
  • Monitor computerized alarm reporting systems

Key Requirements

  • Virginia certification through DCJS preferred
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Some experience as a communications officer preferred

Work Rights

Virginia-certified through DCJS preferred

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