University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Police Communications Operator
University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne, Maryland, United States, 21853
Posting Details
Position Information
Position TitlePolice Communications Operator
Job TypeStaff
Position Information
The Department of Public Safety invites applications for full-time, non-exempt, regular positions two (2) and four (4) contractual positions with limited benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
ResponsibilitiesOperates emergency telephones, two-way radios, teletype, telecommunications and computer terminal equipment, closed circuit televisions, remote control cameras, alarm and security systems.Answers emergency telephone lines. Monitors and maintains radio communications.Receives and records information and requests related to police services.Dispatches police officers. Notifies command, supervisory, and administrative personnel about incidents.Transmits and receives telephonic communications with the surrounding local jurisdictions.Operates specialized communications networking equipment and computer terminals. Accesses restricted law enforcement networks.Obtains, inputs, and receives data related to police activities such as; criminal history, warrants, and vehicle registration.Monitors radio frequencies and transmissions of the Allied Law Enforcement Agencies, National Weather Service, and Maryland Civil Defense.Relays information from field officers requesting back up and support services such as; crime lab technicians, K-9-unit, emergency medical services, rescue, and fire equipment.Maintains manual and computerized logs and prepares complain control cards and eports.Monitors safety and security systems, reports malfunctions as appropriate, and dispatches appropriate personnel to alarm site.Performs other related duties as assigned.Classification33-0000 Protective Service Occupations
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.Two years clerical or other related experience.Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Skill in the use of keyboards and office equipment.Ability to type accurately; to learn emergency communications work.Ability to learn applicable procedures and regulations.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to react calmly, quickly, and decisively in emergency situations.Ability to obtain, summarize and relay information orally and in writing.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to write legibly; to monitor multiple radio frequencies.
Certifications/Registrations
N/A
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
FLSANon-Exempt
SalaryCommensurate with experience and qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Posting NumberS00633P
Application/Resume deadline
Open Until FilledYes
Resume/Application Process
Qualified applicants should submit a resume and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit
https://umes.peopleadmin.com/postings
to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Job Posting Linkhttps://umes.peopleadmin.com/postings/3910
Position Information
Position TitlePolice Communications Operator
Job TypeStaff
Position Information
The Department of Public Safety invites applications for full-time, non-exempt, regular positions two (2) and four (4) contractual positions with limited benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
ResponsibilitiesOperates emergency telephones, two-way radios, teletype, telecommunications and computer terminal equipment, closed circuit televisions, remote control cameras, alarm and security systems.Answers emergency telephone lines. Monitors and maintains radio communications.Receives and records information and requests related to police services.Dispatches police officers. Notifies command, supervisory, and administrative personnel about incidents.Transmits and receives telephonic communications with the surrounding local jurisdictions.Operates specialized communications networking equipment and computer terminals. Accesses restricted law enforcement networks.Obtains, inputs, and receives data related to police activities such as; criminal history, warrants, and vehicle registration.Monitors radio frequencies and transmissions of the Allied Law Enforcement Agencies, National Weather Service, and Maryland Civil Defense.Relays information from field officers requesting back up and support services such as; crime lab technicians, K-9-unit, emergency medical services, rescue, and fire equipment.Maintains manual and computerized logs and prepares complain control cards and eports.Monitors safety and security systems, reports malfunctions as appropriate, and dispatches appropriate personnel to alarm site.Performs other related duties as assigned.Classification33-0000 Protective Service Occupations
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.Two years clerical or other related experience.Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Skill in the use of keyboards and office equipment.Ability to type accurately; to learn emergency communications work.Ability to learn applicable procedures and regulations.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to react calmly, quickly, and decisively in emergency situations.Ability to obtain, summarize and relay information orally and in writing.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to write legibly; to monitor multiple radio frequencies.
Certifications/Registrations
N/A
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
FLSANon-Exempt
SalaryCommensurate with experience and qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Posting NumberS00633P
Application/Resume deadline
Open Until FilledYes
Resume/Application Process
Qualified applicants should submit a resume and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit
https://umes.peopleadmin.com/postings
to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Job Posting Linkhttps://umes.peopleadmin.com/postings/3910