Communications Operator | 911 Dispatch
Salary: $40,750 – $44,109 annual salary, $19.59 – $21.20 per hour
Position Summary:
Communications Operators perform work within a twenty-four (24) hour per day, seven (7) days per week emergency dispatch center, taking both police and fire calls for service and dispatching the appropriate service calls. Answers equipment (phones, radios, and E911 calls) to receive and/or respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for assistance/information from officers and the general public to assist in the protection of life and property. Accountable to and works under the direction of the Police Chief.
Requirements:
- High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
- Knowledge of telephone switchboard and two-way radio equipment is beneficial. 9-1-1 telephone emergency certification is preferred.
- Must have a valid Florida Class “E” driver’s license and valid telephone number.
- An equivalent combination and experience that is determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirements may be substituted.
- FCIC/NCIC certified
- Emergency 9-1-1 Operator Certification
- Valid Florida’s Driver’s License