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Prince George County, Virginia

Emergency Communication's Officer

Prince George County, Virginia, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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Overview

Prince George County is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of Emergency Communications Officer in the Emergency Communications Center (ECC). Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to answering 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls, operating radio equipment, alerting/dispatching public safety units to locations where assistance is required and providing callers with lifesaving instructions in potentially life-threatening situations. Other essential functions include operating a radio network, monitoring and transmitting over multiple public safety radio channels and operating teletype as a part of the VCIN and NCIC Network. The ECC is a fast-paced environment requiring multi-tasking skills and the ability to perform under stressful situations. Salary

Salary Range:

$47,722 - $73,969 DOE Minimum Basic Qualifications

be at least 18 years of age beahighschoolgraduateorpossessaG.E.D. have a favorable credit rating have no convictions of felonies or serious misdemeanors be able to hear, analyze and react swiftly to high stress situations dealing with citizens be able to work 12-hour shifts including weekends and holidays be able to successfully complete several stages of job related training be able to pass a thorough background investigation be able to perform other duties as assigned Previousemergency communicationsandcalltakerexperience preferred. Possession of, or ability to obtain, DJCS Basic Dispatcher, VCIN/NCIC, Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD), and CPR certifications are required. Possession of a valid driver's license. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check, including fingerprinting, are required. To apply online visit our website at www.princegeorgecountyva.gov. To be considered for this position, applicants must fill out a County application which can be completed online. For additional information, please call (804)722-8669. EEO.

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