Police Communications Officer I

Honolulu, HI
Honolulu Police Department

Salary: $4,409.00 Monthly.

Position Summary:

The Police Communications Officer I (PCO-I) receives formal and on-the-job training in police communications operations to perform police communications duties independently.

Essential Functions:

  • Operation of emergency 911 communications equipment and Computer Aided Dispatch System (CADS).
  • Answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service from the general public and other public safety agencies for the protection of life and property.
  • Gathering information from callers to identify proper classification, prioritization and required resources to ensure officer and public safety.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED).
  • Ability to type accurately at a rate of 35 words per minute (WPM).
  • One (1) year of work experience which involved interaction with others for the purpose of providing information, answering questions and inquiries, and/or explaining policies, rules and regulations in person or by telephone.
  • Familiarity with personal computers and Windows-based applications; proficient at using a keyboard; ability to perform multiple tasks while simultaneously using a computer.
  • US Citizen, US National, Permanent Resident Alien of the US, or Non-Citizen with unrestricted employment authorization.
  • This is a critical public safety position which is considered “essential.” Extended hours (pre-shift, post-shift and/or on days off) may be required to meet minimum staffing requirements.
  • This position requires varying work locations and schedules (evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.)
  • Regular and reliable attendance is critical due to operational needs, to ensure public safety and prompt emergency service to the community.