Job Title: Public Safety Communication Officer I
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 229234
Job Summary Operate the public safety radio, telephone and computer equipment; maintain communication with others and police personnel. Monitor alarm systems, receive calls, for service and information from public, and dispatch personnel to the scene to provide service and assistance. Input data into computer to create and maintain records of activities and services.

Responsibilities

Operate police radio, telephone, and computer equipment.Maintain communication with Officers and public in emergency and non-emergency situations.Monitor burglar and fire alarms, CCTV, and card access systems; receive calls for service.Dispatch appropriate personnel to the scene to provide service and assistance.Input data into computer systems to create and maintain records of activities and services.Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications Educational Requirements
High school diploma, GED Certificate or Vocational School Diploma

Other Required Qualifications
Georgia POST Communication Officer Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months.

Required Experience
Six to eight years of job related experience

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications
Technical Diploma, Associate's Degree or two years college course work

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities SKILLS
Excellent verbal communications skills; ability to remain calm under stressful situations

Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.