Communication Officer

City of Alvin • Alvin, TX

9d • $41,236

About The Position

Under direct supervision, receives, records and assigns incoming t e l e p h o n e calls to
the appropriate Police Department personnel. Monitors department radio communications
and provides information and assistance as needed; greets and assists department visitors.
Receives and forwards incoming non-emergency and emergency phone calls for police,
fire, EMS, city services and other agencies. The employee must be able to exercise
independent judgment and perform duties according to detailed instructions with strict
adherence to prescribed standards and procedures. Performs related work as required.
Reports to the Communication Sergeant as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Complete and pass State mandated training and the State licensing exam within the first year of employment

Responsibilities

• Receives, records and assigns incoming telephone calls to the appropriate Police Department personnel.
• Monitors department radio communications and provides information and assistance as needed
• Greets and assists department visitors.
• Receives and forwards incoming non-emergency and emergency phone calls for police, fire, EMS, city services and other agencies.
• Exercise independent judgment and perform duties according to detailed instructions with strict adherence to prescribed standards and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

What This Job Offers

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