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Police Communications Operator

State of Pennsylvania
Butler, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Salary : $47,883.00 - $72,189.00 Annually

Location : Butler County, PA

Job Type : Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number : N-2025-17757

Department : Pennsylvania State Police

Division : SP Stf Srvs Unt Butler

Opening Date : 01 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 4 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Code : 73020

Position Number : 00041680

Union : AFSCME

Bargaining Unit : A1

Pay Group : ST05

Bureau / Division Code : 201411

Bureau / Division : Troop D, Butler

Worksite Address : 200 Barracks Road

City : Butler, Pennsylvania

Zip Code : 16001

Contact Name : PSP Human Resource Civilian Placement

Contact Email : RA-SPSPCIVILPLCMT@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a career where you can share your commitment to public safety? The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is actively searching for a dependable Police Communications Operator. Do not miss this great opportunity to put your strong communication and listening skills to work in our fast-paced environment. Join our dedicated public service team and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Police Communications Operator (PCO) for the Pennsylvania State Police, your responsibilities will include receiving calls from the public and county 911 operators concerning both emergency and non-emergency police matters. You will need to question callers to extract pertinent information, assess the necessary response, and prioritize incidents accordingly. Additionally, you will dispatch and relay information about incidents to responding Troopers, as well as coordinate with municipal police, fire services, ambulance, towing, and PennDOT to provide details and request assistance. Proficiency in utilizing CLEAN, JNET, and PFAD is essential for accessing, researching, and maintaining records, while also ensuring that incident information is accurately documented in electronic record management systems. Effective communication with Troopers and fellow PCOs regarding ongoing incidents or issues will also be a key aspect of your role.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

  • Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
  • Work hours are rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework : This position does not offer telework.
  • Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

  • Two years of experience using two-way radio, multi-line telephone, or computer aided dispatch systems; or
  • Two years of experience using computer systems for entering, updating, and retrieving information; or
  • Completion of 60 college credits; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Special Requirements :

  • This position requires a clear, firm voice and no major speech, hearing, or visual impairments that would interfere with understanding verbal communication, being understood, or using electronic communications equipment and visual display equipment.
  • This position requires an active Public Safety Telecommunicator certification issued by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
  • This position requires an active Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certifications issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain the same for the duration of employment in this job.
  • Additional Requirements :

  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  • Legal Requirements :

  • This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate regardless of their current job, must submit a Report of Medications for screening by the State Police Medical Officer.
  • You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
  • How to Apply :

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience / education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  • Veterans :

  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov / Additional Info / Pages / default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
  • Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) :

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
  • If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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    We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

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  • Eligibility rules apply.
  • How many years of full-time experience using two-way radio, multi-line telephone, or computer aided dispatch systems do you possess?

  • 2 years or more
  • 1 but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • None
  • If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N / A in the text box below.

    How many years of full-time experience using computer systems for entering, updating, and retrieving information do you possess?

  • 2 years or more
  • 1 but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • None
  • If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N / A in the text box below.

    How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed?

    If you are claiming credits / degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

    If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

    For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

  • 60 credits or more
  • 30 but less than 60 credits
  • Less than 30 credits
  • None
  • How many years of paraprofessional or technical experience do you possess?

  • 2 years or more
  • 1 but less than 2 years
  • Less than 1 year
  • None
  • If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N / A in the text box below.

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