Communication’s Officer

Prince George, VA
Prince George County Sheriff

Salary: $46,108 – $71,467

Essential Functions:

  • Responsibilities include but are not limited to answering 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls, operating radio equipment, alerting/dispatching public safety units to locations where assistance is required and providing callers with lifesaving instructions in potentially life-threatening situations.
  • Other essential functions include operating a radio network, monitoring and transmitting over multiple public safety radio channels and operating teletype as a part of the VCIN and NCIC Network. The ECC is a fast-paced environment requiring multi-tasking skills and the ability to perform under stressful situations.

Requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D. have a favorable credit rating
  • Have no convictions of felonies or serious misdemeanors
  • Be able to hear, analyze and react swiftly to high stress situations dealing with citizens
  • Be able to work 12-hour shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Be able to successfully complete several stages of job related training
  • Be able to pass a thorough background investigation
  • Be able to perform other duties as assigned
  • Previous emergency communications and call taker experience preferred.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, DJCS Basic Dispatcher, VCIN/NCIC, Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD), and CPR certifications are required.
  • Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check, including fingerprinting, are required.