Communications Tech

Salary : $60,694.40 Annually
Location : Law Enforcement Center - Watford City
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400067
Department: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 07/02/2025


Description


If you are interested in joining our team as Communications Tech, please visit our website at and complete the questionnaire
Communications Technician under general supervision is responsible for receiving and disseminating emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatching to appropriate responding personnel. General administrative work as well as data entry.

Essential Job Functions

• Receive incoming telephone calls for Law Enforcement from all areas within McKenzie County
• Route calls to the proper authority
• Track units and maintain cognizant knowledge of all field units as to their status and location throughout the assigned shift
• Monitor, receive, and broadcast calls on multiple radio frequencies and dispatch required units according to established procedures
• Relay information and messages to field personnel as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Be of excellent moral character
• Obtained a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate verbally in a distinct, clear, concise and pleasant manner in a variety of circumstances
• Excellent organizational skills and customer service
• Ability to follow written and verbal requests
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends and holidays
• No misdemeanor convictions in the last three years
• No domestic violence convictions
• No felony convictions
• Eligible to receive ND CJIS and NCIC certification upon employment

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical

Single: 100% paid for employees

Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly

Family: $397.80 monthly

Dental

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $16.98 monthly

Vision

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $4.32 monthly

Vacation Time

0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year

3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year

6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year

Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year

Sick Time

4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year

Retirement

Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match

Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%

*Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)

Flex Accounts

Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses

$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses

Life Insurance

McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.

Other

Deferred Income - 457B

Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.

Supplemental Insurance

MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.
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Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts?

• Yes
• No

Required Question