What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Communications Officer - Lateral and Entry Level position at City of Huber Heights?
The City of Huber Heights, Ohio, located just minutes from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and in proximity of the Dayton International Airport and the I-75/I-70 “Crossroads of America” interchange with a population of 43,439. The City of Huber Heights is one of the fastest growing communities in southwest Ohio and is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time Public Safety Communications Officer (9-1-1 Dispatcher).
The City of Huber Heights is one of the fastest growing communities in southwest Ohio. The Police Division Communications Center is comprised of 15 career Communication Officers and is recruiting candidates for the position of full-time Communications Officer. This position provides critical assistance to the public by dispatching Police, Fire or Emergency Medical Services.
This selection process will utilize a Lateral Entry and Entry Level hiring process. The City will be conducting oral interviews to establish an eligibility list to fill one immediate opening for the position of full-time Communications Officer. The process will begin with screening of applicants for requisites and credentials. Applicants to be considered to continue in the process will undergo an oral interview(s); dates for oral interview(s) are yet to be determined.
To apply, the applicant must be 18 years old, and have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. In order to meet the requisites of lateral entry, applicant must have at least one (1) year experience as a public safety dispatcher in a law enforcement or fire agency; and have basic computer skills. Entry level applicants must have at least two years of experience involving substantial public contact and office clerical duties, and/or two years of public safety experience preferred.
Prior to appointment, the candidate must submit and successfully pass an extensive background investigation, truth verification test, pre-employment drug screen, physical, audiology exam and psychological examination. The current salary range for this position is $48,776.00 to $70,491.20 DOQ for lateral entry. Benefits include, but not limited to annual holiday bonus, 30 hours personal leave, sick and vacation leave accrual, performance incentive pay, employer paid life insurance, and excellent health insurance benefits to include employer paid medical insurance premium and contributions to HSA or HRA.
Qualified applicants shall submit an application and resume by 5:00 p.m., February 7, 2025, to the Human Resources Department, 6131 Taylorsville Road, Huber Heights, OH 45424 or apply online at www.hhoh.org. The City of Huber Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,776.00 - $70,491.20 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,776 - $70,491