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The University Of Tennessee - Knoxville

Police Communications Officer - UTPD

The University Of Tennessee - Knoxville, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955


Job Description - Police Communications Officer - UTPD (240000019U)Police Communications Officer - UTPD

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240000019UPolice Communications Officer - UTPD (Multiple Positions Available)Annual Starting Salary $39,520.00 / Hourly Rate $19.00Night Shift Incentive $1.50 = $42,640.00Description:Facilitate communications between officers, other emergency agencies, and the University communityMaintain records of officer activity, confer with community and supervising personnel to address questions, problems, and requests for serviceRelay information to and from supervisors and personnel using telephones, or two-way radiosMonitor the University’s Central Alarm systemsDispatch required personnel in accordance with call handling guideResearch, obtain and enter information using national and state-maintained information databases such as NCIC, NLETS, TCICPosition Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentAbility to be certified as a National Crime Information Center OperatorAbility to multi-task, use multiple phone lines and radio channelsActive listening, service orientation, monitoring, decision making and communication skillsStrong computer skills including data entry, ability to pass typing examinationMust pass hearing screening, psychological screening, and drug testingThe starting pay for this position is $19.00 hourly with $1.50 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts. UTPD offers a recruitment/retention plan. If eligible for this plan you would receive $6,000.00 paid accordingly: at 12 months - $2,000.00; at 24 months - $2,000.00; at 36 months - $2,000.00.Hours:The University of Tennessee Police Department operates three shifts for Communications:First Shift 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Second Shift 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, and Third Shift 11:00 pm – 7:00 amPlacement on shifts is determined by seniority and department need. Staff may be required to work during extreme weather / hazardous conditions, regular days off, or holidays based on the needs of the department. All UT Police Staff work some aspect of UT home football games regardless of the person’s schedule.A committee will review applications and conduct interviews for the position. Committee recommendations will be forwarded to the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police may conduct final interviews. The Chief of Police or designee will select the applicant for this position.Job

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