911 Telecommunicator

911 Telecommunicator


Police Department


Position: 911 Telecommunicator


FSLA: Non-exempt


DEPARTMENT: Police


PAY RANGE: 16/1 - Starting at $18.13 per hour


DIVISION: Communications


REVISED: July 18, 2018


DOT/SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes


This classification is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations and/or the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act. As a safety-sensitive classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana certification will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.


JOB SUMMARY: A non-exempt position that is responsible for performing 911 Telecommunicator I and II responsibilities without the need for immediate guidance to perform duties.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operates the base radio and maintains contact with mobile units to dispatch public safety assistance where needed.
• Cooperates with other law, fire and medical agencies, as necessary.
• Receives and dispatches telephone emergencies.
• Monitors and transmits radio communications, broadcasts orders to law enforcement, fire and medical personnel.
• Coordinates emergency requests.
• Operates a teletypewriter updating and retrieving information related to wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, etc.
• Maintains and validates filing system related to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) entries.
• Maintains and operates computer aided dispatch system.
• Performs other duties assigned.

• High school diploma or GED
• Maintain a clear background check.
• Must be able to handle material with confidentiality.
• Must be able to multi-task and handle safety issues in a time sensitive manner.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver's license and maintain driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.
• Must have successfully passed Telecommunicator I and II training.

• Most of the work is performed indoors in an isolated area.
• Must be able to work under stressful situations.
• Must agree to wear uniform provided and follow the Communications Division uniform policy.
• Must be willing to work different hours, rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Employees work in an office environment and use desk top computers, fax, copier, and other electronic devices.
• Employees are sometimes required to work outside in both normal and abnormal weather conditions as required.
• Employees are occasionally required to bend, stoop and twist when maintaining files.
• Employees may be required to walk up and down stairs.
• Some lifting is required, usually up to at least 25 pounds.
• Must be able to adhere to Shawnee Communications Center and City of Shawnee Policies.