Communications Officer I

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LaGrange, GA, USA
In-Office
17-17 Hourly
Entry level
Professional Services • Social Impact
The Role
Receive and prioritize incoming public and 911 calls; dispatch appropriate fire, EMS, and law enforcement units; provide pre-arrival medical instructions; monitor radio/CAD/GCIC/NCIC systems; maintain contact with field personnel; monitor weather and severe alerts; operate Code Red; dispatch wreckers; participate in training and ensure database compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In
Qualifications/Knowledge:
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a Must possess or have the ability to readily obtain GCIC/NCIC certification
a Knowledge of emergency communication principles and practices
a Knowledge of GCIC/NCIC policies and procedures
a Knowledge of emergency dispatch procedures
a Knowledge of radio and telecommunications equipment
a Knowledge of CAD system functions and maintenance
a Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs
a Skill in making decisions in high pressure and emergency situations
a Skill in public relations
a Skill in interpersonal relations
a Skill in oral and written communications

Requirements
a Receives and screens incoming calls from the public and other user agencies; categorizes and prioritizes calls including 911 calls
a Determines and dispatches the appropriate emergency personnel to incident locations; provides emergency medical instructions
to callers prior to the arrival of responders as needed
a Receives, monitors and dispatches radio traffic for specific fire, EMS and law enforcement agencies
a Inquires, retrieves and monitors data from GCIC/NCIC databases; ensures compliance with rules and regulations
a Maintains contact with emergency personnel in the field
a Responds to driver's license and vehicle information requests
a Monitors channels for other agencies
a Monitors weather conditions and provides information as necessary; dispatches severe weather alerts as appropriate
a Operates Code Red messaging system
a Participates in training exercises
a Dispatches wrecker services to accident scenes
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Grade 12

12/27/2021

JOB OPENING
Troup County Government

High school diploma or GED, current valid driver's license

$17.00/Hr

Employment Applications will be accepted Until Filled on Troup County's website @ www.troupcountyga.gov

E-911

Essential

Skills Required

  • Ability to possess or readily obtain GCIC/NCIC certification
  • Knowledge of emergency communication principles and practices
  • Knowledge of GCIC/NCIC policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of emergency dispatch procedures
  • Knowledge of radio and telecommunications equipment
  • Knowledge of CAD system functions and maintenance
  • Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs
  • Skill in making decisions in high pressure and emergency situations
  • Skill in public relations
  • Skill in interpersonal relations
  • Skill in oral and written communications
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Current valid driver's license
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The Company
9 Employees

What We Do

Work for Warriors Georgia is a free employment-assistance program serving service members, veterans, retirees, reservists, and their families. It helps military personnel translate their experience into civilian career opportunities by providing education, personalized guidance, resume and interview assistance, employer connections, hiring events, workshops, and access to training and community resources. The program operates from Marietta, Georgia, and strengthens veterans’ careers and communities.

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