Communications Specialist Trainee

Storey, County of • Storey County Communications, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of the Dispatch Manager or his/her designee, learns through practice and study, and performs a variety of duties involved in the operation of the Emergency Services Systems and various communication devices to receive, route, relay, and dispatch calls for emergency and non-emergency police, fire, emergency medical, emergency management, and other services. This is a trainee level and closely supervised position in the Communications series. The incumbent is expected to learn the full range of duties and procedures of the communications function, meet the necessary education and/or certifications for the Communications Specialist I classification, and be reclassified to Communications Specialist I within 12 months of successful employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• At least two years of progressively responsible office experience which involved the use of computers, data entry, and/or telephone/radio switchboard work.
• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation to qualify for and maintain certification to operate NCIC, NCJIS, and related computers.
• Must maintain and current required certification throughout duration of employment.
• Must complete the requisite training and certifications to advance to Communications Specialist I within a period of one (1) year in order to maintain employment.
• Must pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada Class C Driver License.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in police, fire, EMS, or other emergency functions and procedures.
• Military experience applicable to the duties of this position.

Responsibilities

• Operate Emergency Services Systems and various communication devices.
• Receive, route, relay, and dispatch calls for emergency and non-emergency police, fire, emergency medical, emergency management, and other services.
• Learn the full range of duties and procedures of the communications function.
• Obtain necessary education and/or certifications for the Communications Specialist I classification within 12 months of successful employment.

What This Job Offers

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