Communications Officer I

Qualifications/Knowledge:

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a Must possess or have the ability to readily obtain GCIC/NCIC certification

a Knowledge of emergency communication principles and practices

a Knowledge of GCIC/NCIC policies and procedures

a Knowledge of emergency dispatch procedures

a Knowledge of radio and telecommunications equipment

a Knowledge of CAD system functions and maintenance

a Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs

a Skill in making decisions in high pressure and emergency situations

a Skill in public relations

a Skill in interpersonal relations

a Skill in oral and written communications

Requirements

a Receives and screens incoming calls from the public and other user agencies; categorizes and prioritizes calls including 911 calls

a Determines and dispatches the appropriate emergency personnel to incident locations; provides emergency medical instructions

to callers prior to the arrival of responders as needed

a Receives, monitors and dispatches radio traffic for specific fire, EMS and law enforcement agencies

a Inquires, retrieves and monitors data from GCIC/NCIC databases; ensures compliance with rules and regulations

a Maintains contact with emergency personnel in the field

a Responds to driver's license and vehicle information requests

a Monitors channels for other agencies

a Monitors weather conditions and provides information as necessary; dispatches severe weather alerts as appropriate

a Operates Code Red messaging system

a Participates in training exercises

a Dispatches wrecker services to accident scenes

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Grade 12

12/27/2021

JOB OPENING

Troup County Government

High school diploma or GED, current valid driver's license

$17.00/Hr

Employment Applications will be accepted Until Filled on Troup County's website @ www.troupcountyga.gov

E-911

Essential