Communications Officer

Summary

This position is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls and for dispatching appropriate personnel. Receives and screens incoming calls from the public and other user agencies; categorizes and prioritizes calls, including 911 calls. Determines and dispatches the appropriate emergency personnel to incident locations; provides emergency medical instructions to callers prior to the arrival of responders as needed. Receives, monitors, and dispatches radio traffic for specific fire, EMS, and law enforcement agencies. Inquiries, retrieves, and monitors data from GCIC/NCIC databases; ensures compliance with rules and regulations. Maintains contact with emergency personnel in the field. Responds to driver’s license and vehicle information requests. Monitors weather conditions and provides information as necessary; dispatches severe weather alerts as appropriate. Participates in training exercises. Dispatches wrecker services to accident scenes. Performs related duties.

Qualifications

Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. No experience requirements. Possession of or ability to readily obtain GCIC/NCIC certification.

Special Requirements

This position requires a completed Walton County employment application and a completed Sheriff's Office application including all specified documentation. Resumes submitted without a completed application and/or incomplete applications will not be considered. Electronic signatures are not accepted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Military leave
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Rotating shift
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20