Wildlife Telecommunicator--Temporary Solutions

State of North Carolina

381d • $31,200 - $41,600

About The Position

The Wildlife Telecommunicator position is a temporary full-time role within the NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Law Enforcement Division Telecommunications Center. The primary responsibility is to manage emergency and non-emergency communications, providing centralized support for over 200 law enforcement officers across North Carolina. This role requires effective communication skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and a commitment to assisting the public and law enforcement agencies in understanding and enforcing wildlife laws.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working efficiently under pressure situations.
• Ability to type and document information quickly and accurately.
• Basic knowledge of Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations concerning radio communications.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a communications center.
• Experience as a Law Enforcement Telecommunicator with DCIN experience.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and law enforcement agencies.
• Document and disseminate information to Wildlife Enforcement Officers across 9 Districts in North Carolina.
• Provide centralized communications for NCWRC Law Enforcement Division Officers, NC Forestry, and US Fish & Wildlife Agencies.
• Receive requests for assistance via radio, telephone, and DCIN terminals, ensuring proper assistance is provided.
• Initiate action for requests from other governmental agencies and monitor frequency for assistance requests.
• Receive reports of violations of game, fish, and boating laws and initiate appropriate enforcement action.
• Handle reports of fish kills and unusual water pollution, relaying information to concerned agencies.
• Provide information to the public regarding laws, rules, and regulations of the Wildlife Resources Commission.
• Assist the public with inquiries about injured or orphaned animals and provide rehabilitation information.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) for temporary employees working an average of 30 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED