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Communications Operator


Public Safety Communications Operator at position          A view of the Public Safety Communications Center

 

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To view a video about communications click here.  It is recommended that you view this with a broadband connection.  You will need to have Windows Media Player installed on your computer in order to view this video.

 

Duties


Answer emergency and non-emergency telephones. Operators must listen and accurately record information provided by citizens, police, fire and medical personal and be able to accurately relay this information to the appropriate personnel.  They are often called upon to make decisions quickly, accurately and effectively.  An Operator must be self-motivated and work well as part of a team. To be a successful Operator you must be able to perform multiple tasks. 

 

Starting Salary


$28,653
NOW OFFERING $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!

 

Minimum Qualifications


  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Must be 18 years of age

  • Must be able to pass a Skills Assessment test

  • Must be able to pass a Personality Assessment test

  • Must submit to a complete background investigation, polygraph, and psychological evaluation and found to be of good moral character.

     

Other Information


Communication Operators have rotating days off and work in shifts which may include, days, evenings, nights, weekends and/or holidays. 

 

For More Information


Contact Communications Recruiter Grant Rinaca
at (941) 861-5571 or Email: Grinaca@scgov.net

or contact our Recruiter at (941) 861-4141

 

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