Telecommunicator I

Key West, FL
Key West Police Department

Salary: $56,816-$ 73, 533

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, Telecommunication I received and responds to incoming telephone and radio communications; determines the nature of the call and deploys the appropriate personnel and equipment, maintains files, records and maps pertinent to public safety communications ; operates a computer terminal and teletype. The Telecommunicator I is responsible for monitoring the activities of other City departments and surrounding agencies; for coordinating inter-agency communications, and for answering routine inquiries from the public regarding public safety services.

Requirements:

  • Must type 40 wpm as certified by the State of Florida Job Service.
  • Must pass CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analysis) exam.
  • Must have no felony convictions involving perjury or false statements.
  • Must be able to pass a medical examination, including having a normal uncorrected hearing and no speech defect or impairment and a drug analysis.