Police Communications Officer

The City of O'Fallon is hiring a Police Communications Officer for our Dispatch unit in the City's Police Department. This position is responsible for participating in departmental communication operations, including responding to emergency calls for service. Our Police Communications Officers can expect to make a starting hourly rate of $27.01 - $33.73 (top out) depending on experience; the position yearly rate ranges from $56,180.80 to $70,158.40 (top out). We also offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, a MOLAGERs retirement pension, 11 holidays, 1 personal holiday, vacation time, paid sick time, a deferred compensation plan, employee assistance, tuition assistance, optional identity theft insurance, and a discounted fitness membership.We're looking for someone who will use excellent judgement skills to make quick decisions and can perform well in tense or difficult situations. This person should be able to learn department policies and procedures and have knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of enhanced 911 system operations, emergency telephone and radio communication procedures, the operation of telephone, radio, and CAD systems, and law enforcement terminology is preferred. The shifts for this position rotate throughout the month.As Police Communications Officer, your duties and responsibilities will include:Operating a two-way radio to communicate with field personnel; dispatching officers and connecting multiple agenciesMonitoring officers during calls responding to emergencies; documenting callsResponding to 911 calls; determining the nature of emergency; prioritizing multiple needs and dispatching appropriate respondersProviding information to officers in the field; researching computerized databasesAnswering non-emergency calls; providing information and assistance, transferring calls to appropriate personnelEntering and maintaining warrant and other information reported to terminal agencies; validating and recalling warrants as directedTraining for and responding appropriately to natural and man-made disastersRestoring computerized systems following power outagesAssisting in maintaining the current list of employee contact informationMonitoring surveillance cameras and security doorsMonitoring and responding to weather emergenciesMonitoring inmate arrest status and coordinating commitments and releases with courtsProviding credible testimony in municipal, state, and federal court when called uponCould this be the opportunity for you? We are seeking candidates who:Possess the ability to respond calmly and effectively in stressful emergency situationsAre excellent at assessing situations quickly and communicating effectivelyExhibit self-motivation by always looking for ways to improve their knowledge and skillsAre able to work in a fast-paced environmentGet great satisfaction from contributing to what makes O'Fallon such a great place to live!ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?In order to be considered for this position, applicants must:Have a high school diploma or GEDPossess or have the ability to readily obtain MULES/NCIC certificationBe able to pass a rigorous background check and drug screenIf you feel that you would be right for this position in O'Fallon, Missouri, please complete our application. We look forward to meeting you!The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-VerifyOnline employment applications can be accessed on the City Website:

www.ofallon.mo.us/hr

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