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Form of workS413NE
Position Title:Police Communications Operator
Class Title:Staff
Regular or Contingent II:Regular (PIN)
FLSA:Non-Exempt
Grade/Range:$38,732 - $47,000
Open Date:01/09/2024
Open Until Filled:Yes
Duties and Responsibilities :Operates police radio, telephone and computer terminals to relay information between police units, complainants, citizens or other agencies; carries out directives of the Shift Supervisor; requests for escort service and directives as assigned; announces radio station identification calls on an hourly basis; broadcasts detailed descriptions of missing and/or wanted persons; provides record/warrant checks for police personnel; prepares assignment sheets as directed; maintains logs and records relative to police operations; responsible for assisting the Shift Commander within adjacent areas safeguard equipment and material in the Communications Control Room; maintains Administrative Call-In log, recording time when shifts report for duty, and leave usage; monitors closed-circuit television, computerized card access, alarm systems and follows prescribed procedures for effective use thereof; submits reports when required and/or requested by competent authority; maintains accurate database records for all BSU parking citations, daily, as assigned by the PCO Lead/Supervisor; and other administrative duties as assigned.
Education:A High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience:A minimum of two (2) years of clerical experience. Prior experience with dispatching preferred;
Knowledge Skills and Abilities :Possess good communications skills. Must present an attentive appearance when speaking with campus personnel and visitors, being courteous and willing to serve the University’s best interests at all times. Must become familiar with Police Force directives sufficient enough to carry out the functions of the position and stay particularly alert for emergency situations, such as, but not limited to, Fire, Bomb Threats, Helicopter Flights, Radiation Safety, etc.
Conditions of Employment :Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Candidates selected for this position must be willing to work rotating schedules and 40 hours per week.
Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are encouraged but not required for faculty and staff to be employed at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change.
Union Position.
Bowie State University offers an excellent benefits package! This includes tuition remission including eligible dependents; choice of medical/vision plans, Carefirst BC/BS, United Health Care and Kaiser plans, dental, prescription, and life insurance, training and development, EAP; and as eligible generous leave package including sick/bereavement, annual, personal; and winter and spring breaks.
For best consideration, apply by February 9, 2024.
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