COMMUNICATIONS 911 OPERATOR - PART TIME

The Georgia World Congress Center is currently seeking a Communications Officer to join our Public Safety team. The Communications Officer shall complete day to day work assignments as delegated by the Communications Supervisor or Manager to include but not limited to: Dispatching Police & Security Radio, Completion of security log reports, logging assignment of keys, answering telephones, typing, filing, copying, and responding to emergencies and such other functions and duties as required by the Communications Officer.

The ideal candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment, foster a team mentality, and strive for continued professional growth. Successful employees at Georgia World Congress Center Authority share our values of authenticity, accountability, and collaboration while helping achieve our vision to be the #1 convention, sports and entertainment destination in the world.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dispatch police and security calls promptly and effectively.
• Conduct surveillance of the interior and exterior facility through the closed-circuit TV system, and patrol duties as required.
• Direct and redirect incoming calls.
• Operate Dispatch Window-Security logs, key logs, radio distribution.
• Operate two-way radios, voice pagers, and radio base station equipment.
• Perform as a point of information to the general public.
• Maintain public image with customers and general public within the Georgia World Congress Center.
• Operate computer aided dispatch system and NCIC/GCIC computer terminal.
• Such other duties, functions, special projects as assigned by the Communications Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Ability to prioritize tasks & to manage workload using own initiative
• Ability to multi-task & work under pressure with limited resources
• High degree of integrity and compliance
• Thoroughness in task approach, follow-up & completion;
• Excellent computer skills
• Self-awareness
• Assess, weigh and manage risk in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to communicate effectively and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to satisfactorily complete up to 3 months of on the job training

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum high school education or General education (GED)
• One (1) year experience in security or related function preferred
• Dispatch experience a plus
• Must obtain required P.O.S.T./NCIC/GCIC training certification within six (6) months of employment
• Must possess a valid Georgia Drivers License

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The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purposes.