City of Albuquerque, NM
Communication Center Specialist
City of Albuquerque, NM, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Salary :
$41,620.80 - $45,947.20 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2500935 Department:
General Services Department Division:
GS-Security Opening Date:
01/21/2025 Closing Date:
2/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
CL
Position Summary
Ensure the delivery of services for the assigned department or division through radio communication; operate equipment necessary for communication and dispatch appropriate services as needed for the operation of assigned department or division.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
High school diploma or GED;
and
Three (3) years general office experience;
and
To include
one (1) year radio dispatching or two-way radio operation experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE: Basic operations, services and activities of a communications dispatch program Federal Communications Commission (FCC) established rules and regulations English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Communications equipment Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers Methods, techniques and software used to route and track incoming calls and requests Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations Preferred Skills & Abilities
Operate various forms of communications equipment Respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly and in accordance with department policies and procedures Evaluate and prioritize assignments, work on multiple assignments simultaneously under pressure Route requests for service to appropriate personnel Maintain records, files and logs Interpret and explain City policies and procedures Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public Understand and follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
City of Albuquerque Employee Benefits
The City is committed to providing employees one of the most comprehensive and reasonably priced benefit packages available in New Mexico. We hope that you will find the coverage offered provides you with the choices and options necessary to keep you and your family healthy and well.
The City offers regular, full-time and part-time employees the option of participating in a variety of group insurance plans. Both Regular and Temporary (non-seasonal) employees participate in the state's retirement system.
Additional Benefit information is available by clicking on the links below. 01
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
02
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
03
Do you possess at least one (1) year of radio dispatching and/or two-way radio operation experience?
Yes No
04
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
Yes No
Required Question
$41,620.80 - $45,947.20 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2500935 Department:
General Services Department Division:
GS-Security Opening Date:
01/21/2025 Closing Date:
2/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
CL
Position Summary
Ensure the delivery of services for the assigned department or division through radio communication; operate equipment necessary for communication and dispatch appropriate services as needed for the operation of assigned department or division.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
High school diploma or GED;
and
Three (3) years general office experience;
and
To include
one (1) year radio dispatching or two-way radio operation experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE: Basic operations, services and activities of a communications dispatch program Federal Communications Commission (FCC) established rules and regulations English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Communications equipment Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers Methods, techniques and software used to route and track incoming calls and requests Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations Preferred Skills & Abilities
Operate various forms of communications equipment Respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly and in accordance with department policies and procedures Evaluate and prioritize assignments, work on multiple assignments simultaneously under pressure Route requests for service to appropriate personnel Maintain records, files and logs Interpret and explain City policies and procedures Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public Understand and follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
City of Albuquerque Employee Benefits
The City is committed to providing employees one of the most comprehensive and reasonably priced benefit packages available in New Mexico. We hope that you will find the coverage offered provides you with the choices and options necessary to keep you and your family healthy and well.
The City offers regular, full-time and part-time employees the option of participating in a variety of group insurance plans. Both Regular and Temporary (non-seasonal) employees participate in the state's retirement system.
Additional Benefit information is available by clicking on the links below. 01
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited- Some College Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
02
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
03
Do you possess at least one (1) year of radio dispatching and/or two-way radio operation experience?
Yes No
04
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
Yes No
Required Question