What are the responsibilities and job description for the OPS Police Communications Operator position at University of West Florida?
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 (voice) or 850.857.6158 (TTY). E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
Position Title (Classification Title): OPS Police Communications Operator Job Summary: This is non-sworn law enforcement work operating telephone, radio, and computer systems in a public safety communications center involving computerized radio dispatching. Department University Police FLSA: Non-Exempt Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Proficiency in typing ability to obtain certification within six months on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) computer system are required. Must have 232 hours of 911 dispatcher training and pass state issued certification exam within one year of employment or have previous dispatcher experience prior to April 2012 to substitute experience for training hours and pass state issued certification exam within one year of employment. Position Qualifications: Must possess a high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. College course work or vocation/technical training in the area of communications, criminal justice or related field may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must be proficient in typing (keyboard experience) and possess or be able to obtain a Certification on the NCIC/FCIC Law Enforcement Computer system within 6 months of hire AND the Florida 9-1-1 Telecommunicator Certification within one year of hire. Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation and grammar usage. Must possess ability to relate to the public, alphabetize, file and communicate verbally and in writing. Must possess ability to work in a confidential environment due to the sensitivity of information within the department. Must possess ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to speak clearly and interpret questions and answer those questions properly. Must possess the skills to use a computer and two way radio system. Ability to handle stressful situations. Preferred Qualifications Experience operating and utilizing the following equipment in order to provide critical information to law enforcement officers, emergency personnel or similar; police radios or similar equipment; telephone/radio base stations; telephone/Law Enforcement Computer Aided Dispatch System. Experience coordinating information with surrounding law enforcement agencies. Professional experience working with emergency situations. Experience monitoring alarm systems and notifying personnel upon activation. Experienced with the Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center teletype terminal. Completed FCIC Full Access Basic Certification. Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills. Experience working in a confidential environment. Experience working with and assisting the public. Acquired Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator certification. Key control systems. Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
Please review job requirements carefully. Failure to submit all pieces of the application may result in disqualification. Applications are accepted on the University of West Florida career site: https://careers.uwf.edu. For assistance contact UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or jobs@uwf.edu.
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
Position Title (Classification Title): OPS Police Communications Operator Job Summary: This is non-sworn law enforcement work operating telephone, radio, and computer systems in a public safety communications center involving computerized radio dispatching. Department University Police FLSA: Non-Exempt Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Proficiency in typing ability to obtain certification within six months on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) computer system are required. Must have 232 hours of 911 dispatcher training and pass state issued certification exam within one year of employment or have previous dispatcher experience prior to April 2012 to substitute experience for training hours and pass state issued certification exam within one year of employment. Position Qualifications: Must possess a high school diploma and one year of appropriate experience. College course work or vocation/technical training in the area of communications, criminal justice or related field may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must be proficient in typing (keyboard experience) and possess or be able to obtain a Certification on the NCIC/FCIC Law Enforcement Computer system within 6 months of hire AND the Florida 9-1-1 Telecommunicator Certification within one year of hire. Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation and grammar usage. Must possess ability to relate to the public, alphabetize, file and communicate verbally and in writing. Must possess ability to work in a confidential environment due to the sensitivity of information within the department. Must possess ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to speak clearly and interpret questions and answer those questions properly. Must possess the skills to use a computer and two way radio system. Ability to handle stressful situations. Preferred Qualifications Experience operating and utilizing the following equipment in order to provide critical information to law enforcement officers, emergency personnel or similar; police radios or similar equipment; telephone/radio base stations; telephone/Law Enforcement Computer Aided Dispatch System. Experience coordinating information with surrounding law enforcement agencies. Professional experience working with emergency situations. Experience monitoring alarm systems and notifying personnel upon activation. Experienced with the Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center teletype terminal. Completed FCIC Full Access Basic Certification. Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills. Experience working in a confidential environment. Experience working with and assisting the public. Acquired Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator certification. Key control systems. Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:
- This position requires a criminal background screen.
- This position requires fingerprinting.
- This position requires licensure, certification, or other qualifications described in the Special Instructions.
Salary : $36,000
