Communications Officer

Communications Officer

This is responsible detailed work within the University Police Department. Work involves dealing with the public through personal contact, telephone, and radio communications. Work is performed in accordance with department rules and regulations. A uniform designated by the department will be worn at all times while on duty. Employees allocated to this class of work will be assigned to a specialized function which has knowledge abilities usually acquired through formal training and experience on the job. Guidance and direction are provided by the senior communications officer. Work has dedication to public service often made difficult by emotional or physical stress of events. Work is reviewed through conferences, written reports, inspection, and observations of results obtained.

Knowledge of standard police practices and techniques. Knowledge of university properties, population, and traffic control problems. Ability to deal courteously with the public and fellow police officers. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and on own initiative, to determine proper course of action. Ability to obtain the proper information through telephone and personal interview. Ability to speak and write effectively. Ability to meet specific physical requirements that may be established by competent authority.

This positions involves long hours of work sitting or standing at a dispatch console.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No. Is this a Position of Trust? Yes. Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No. Does this position require a P-Card? No. Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No. Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes. Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities Performs dispatcher duties such as answering telephone, monitoring burglar and fire alarms, operating police radios, and performing related clerical tasks. This position has fast, efficient, and accurate receiving, dispatching, and processing of calls and messages to and from police vehicles and personnel. Percentage of time 75. Duties/Responsibilities Performs related work. Percentage of time 25.