911/Communications Officer

City of Suwanee • Suwanee, GA

1d • $56,410

About The Position

The City of Suwanee Police Department is looking for a Full Time 911 / Communications Officer to join our team. This position is responsible for receiving messages via radio, telephone, and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software; prioritizing messages; and dispatching personnel to emergency and non-emergency situations. The City of Suwanee provides police service 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Shift work - including nights, weekends and holidays-is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• P.O.S.T. Communication Officer, Emergency Medical Dispatch, GCIC Full Terminal certifications, or ability to become certified within one year
• Valid State of Georgia driver's license
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

• One year of related experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Receiving messages via radio, telephone, and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software
• Prioritizing messages
• Dispatching personnel to emergency and non-emergency situations

Benefits

• $56,410 annualized, based on 84 hours per bi-weekly pay cycle and including 11 paid holidays
• Eligible for Defined Benefit Plan (pension)
• Eligible for Defined Contribution Plan with City matching
• Eligible for benefits after 30 day waiting period to include: medical/dental/vision, vacation/sick leave
• Eligible for city provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans
• Eligible to participate in the Peace Officers' Annuity and Benefit Fund paid for by the city
• After successful completion of 12-month probation period eligible for tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED