Communications Officer

Radford University • Radford, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Communications Officer within the Department of Public Safety and is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service, coordinating law enforcement communications for police officers, and dispatching police personnel. The position coordinates fire and EMS response through the local emergency communications center. Additional responsibilities include monitoring building alarm systems, reviewing video surveillance systems in support of public safety operations, and serving as the first point of contact for visitors to the Department of Public Safety.

Requirements

• Ability to make sound independent decisions
• Ability to use computers, police radios, and other associated office equipment
• Ability to handle multiple duties
• Ability to work in stressful environments daily

Nice To Haves

• DCJS dispatch certification
• NCIC/VCIN certifications

Responsibilities

• Answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service
• Coordinating law enforcement communications for police officers
• Dispatching police personnel
• Coordinating fire and EMS response through the local emergency communications center
• Monitoring building alarm systems
• Reviewing video surveillance systems in support of public safety operations
• Serving as the first point of contact for visitors to the Department of Public Safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed