Communications Officer

Statesboro, City of•Statesboro, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Officer receives calls for assistance from the public and dispatches appropriate public safety personnel, and maintains a variety of Departmental records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Six (6) months of experience in a related field
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
Georgia POST Communications Officer Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months
No felony conviction
No family violence conviction
No current illegal drug use
No tattoos/branding on the head, face, or ears

Nice To Haves

Tattoos to the neck/behind the ear will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Receives, monitors, and dispatches radio communication traffic for emergency and non-emergency situations.
Receives and screens all incoming telephone calls from the public.
Categorizes and prioritizes calls.
Dispatches appropriate emergency personnel to incident locations.
Maintains a continuous log for incoming telephone and radio calls.
Logs incoming calls for all participating agencies.
Assists with records management functions as needed.
Monitors and routes incoming messages from the state computer network.
Enters and removes information to the GCIC database; validates information as required.
Receives cash bonds.
Requests sign, street, and traffic signal repairs from the Public Works Department as necessary.
Informs upcoming shift of events occurring during the previous shift.
Assists the public by providing directions and information.
Communicates with other agencies to obtain and relay information.