Police Communications Specialist

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate and utilize the in-house computer system, 911, and Security Network computer systems by rapidly and accurately making complete entries into these systems
• Monitor alarm and warning systems involving audio and visual alarm indicators to include intrusion, fire, and the National Weather Service and Civil Defense warnings
• Route emergency response units to proper locations and disseminate emergency information to proper personnel
• Operate a radio base station, transmitting and receiving messages with emergency services personnel and agencies in accordance with FCC regulations and following established procedures
• Maintain certification in NCIC computer usage by passing the NCIC test given by the Kansas Control Point with a minimum score of 85%
• Participate in training as directed by supervisor and/or the department

Monitoring Services

• Monitor the Emergency 911 system and respond to calls
• Answer telephones, including phones consisting of business lines, University enhanced 911 and direct emergency lines
• Communicate with other area agencies to include police, fire and ambulance, as needed
• Make telephone notifications to personnel and administrators as appropriate or requested to relay pertinent information
• Log phone calls as required

Data Entry and NCIC

• Operate a highly technical data transmission and retrieval computer system by properly using a data entry terminal to send, relay, and receive information from other criminal justice agencies
• Maintain certification in NCIC computer usage by passing the NCIC test given by the Kansas Control Point with a minimum score of 85%
• Provide general information as requested by emergency service responders, administrators, and the general public

Daily Interactions

• Maintain individual equipment in accordance with departmental regulations
• Manage the total communications operations which will frequently involve multi-tasking such as answering/prioritizing multiple phone calls, making rapid, independent dispatch decisions based on appropriate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Interact with departmental personnel, other emergency agencies, and the University community to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Education And Experience

Education and Experience at Hire - High school diploma or equivalent
One year of related experience

Screening Services (Background Checks)

Screening Services (Background Checks): Employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary

Salary: $15.50

Job Type

Job Type: University Support Staff

Appointment Duration

Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: Part Time, twice a week, 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM, other shifts as needed