What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Communication Officer - Dispatcher position at Plainsboro Township?
DATE OF POSTING: December 13, 2024
TITLE: Full-Time Public Safety Communication Officer (PSCO) Police 911 Dispatcher
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
SALARY RANGE: $42,000 UNION: CWA EFFECTIVE: Immediately
WORK HOURS: Must be available for 12 hour shifts (40 hours per week; nights, weekends and holidays)
DUTIES DESCRIPTION:
PSCO's provide dispatch communication and support services to Police, Fire and Emergency Medical
Services. This includes operating a variety of highly technological communications equipment including
radio, telephone, and computer as well as accessing information from automated law enforcement
systems.
Successful applicants must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment
which requires attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively and to use good judgement in
making decisions. Excellent data entry, computer and people skills are essential.
Applicants will be required to pass a written assessment, oral interview, background investigation
(including criminal history) and medical examination with drug screen prior to being eligible for
appointment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license
- Graduation from a High School, Vocational High School, or equivalent GED
- U.S. Citizen and New Jersey resident at time of appointment
- 18 years of age or older
- 911 Certification and prior experience preferred
- This position requires sitting at computer terminals for 12 hour shifts and requires ability to
and take decisive action
Apply Here:
https://www.policeapp.com/Plainsboro-Township-NJ-Police- Department/606/
THE TOWNSHIP OF PLAINSBORO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $42,000