Communications Specialist

Communications SpecialistAnnual Compensation Range ($USD): $59,501 entry to $70,165 with 3 years of service, paid on a bi-weekly basis. Individual pay is determined by the applicable CBA and related articles.Additional contract increases in FY2024 & FY2025Pay for Performance bonusHoliday and shift premiumsEducation PremiumBenefit Highlights:Defined Contribution retirement plan with 4% employee contribution & 10% employer matchHealth Care Savings Plan (HCSP)BCBS PPO or HAP Medical (10% premium share), dental, vision, prescriptions life insurance, provided. High deductible health plan/HSA optionAnnual uniform allowancePaid parental leave program beginning January 1, 2024Full academic degree and tuition reimbursement program (bachelor & master degree)Generous PTO (vacation, sick, holidays, other) no waiting period before useCareer Path Opportunities:Senior Communication Specialist, Lead Communication SpecialistThis position is represented by a union - POAMA brief overview under the general direction of the Airport Response Center (ARC) Manager, and the direct supervision of the Airport Response Center Supervisor, the Communications Specialist receives and dispatches emergency and routine calls for the Airport Authority Police, Fire, Security, Airfield Operations and Maintenance Departments. This position is part of a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) day operation which will include: weekends, holidays and overtime. Overtime may be scheduled or of an emergency nature. What you will doMonitors, answers and initiates response to telephones, radios, and alarms located in the ARC.Answers incoming calls, determines the nature of the call; gathers critical information from the caller and dispatches the proper resources. Coordinates police, fire, emergency medical, security, airfield operations, maintenance and other requests, relaying instructions to the closest and most suitable units available.Monitors security access control system, building maintenance alarm system, silent alarm systems, remote CCTV, and other systems used to detect unauthorized entry and maintain safety and security of the Airport.Collects and tabulates data for Activity Reports; completes required forms and reports.Enters information into computer-aided dispatch, alarm logging, airfield and environmental activities, and maintenance logging systems.Provides pre-arrival instructions to a caller awaiting an emergency response. Provides preliminary first aid instructions before emergency medical resources arrive.Transmits and receives messages between units of the Airport Public Safety Division and other public safety agencies.Enters, updates, and retrieves information from a variety of computer systems. Maintains confidentiality of files and information.Tests communications and alarm equipment and backup systems to ensure serviceability.Enters and retrieves information from government databases such as CLEMIS, LEIN and NCIC.Initiates the start-up operation for the Airport's Emergency Command Center and Mobile Command Center upon direction from the ARC Manager.Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency, anda minimum of six (6) months experience working in a public safety dispatch environment answering emergency and non-emergency calls from citizens, prioritizing calls, dispatching public safety-first responders, monitoring and responding to the needs of those responders, OrMinimum of six (6) months experience working at a Category X airport in a position responsible for maintaining security as part of job duties, orMinimum of six (6) months experience in alarm response at a high-security facility. orHave completed a Dispatch Specialist program from an accredited college or technical school, orSuccessful completion of the WCAA ARC Co-op Program, orMinimum of six (6) months of related experience.Familiar with Office Suite Software (Core - Email, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Presentation)Basic Computer SkillsSupervisory Responsibilities None - Individual Contributor The Wayne County Airport Authority is committed to provide an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination, prejudice, and bias. As part of this commitment, the Wayne County Airport Authority will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or .