Communications Officer 1

Bellevue, WA
Washington State Patrol

Salary: $59,112.00 – $79,476.00 Annually

Closing Date: 3/31/2026

Position Summary:

A Communications Officer 1 will receive training in law enforcement and emergency communications operations and procedures, transmitting, receiving, and relaying information concerning public safety and law enforcement activities to, from, and between State Patrol mobile units and stations, other State, county, and Federal law enforcement agencies, and the public by means of radio, multi-line telephone systems, computer terminals, private line intercom systems, and other telecommunications devices.

Essential Functions:

  • In a Communications Center, a Communications Officer 1’s primary responsibility is to to efficiently multi-task technologies answering emergency 911 and business phone calls, entering and updating calls for service and self-initiated activity into a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Computer system and transmitting and receiving radio communications from field personnel.

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Typing speed of 40 wpm
  • Because of the nature of the Communications Officer 1 duties this position may be subject to emergency call-out. As a result of this, Communications Officer 1’s are required to live within seventy-five (75) miles from their assigned duty station.
  • Successful Communications Officers come from many backgrounds. We emphasize strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships, and a strong desire for professional development.