Emergency Communications Specialist

BPD Emergency Comms Specialist

This position receives, records, and processes emergency and non-emergency requests for police, fire and ambulance assistance, and dispatches units appropriately; responds to routine inquiries or referrals. Monitors radio traffic and operate computer systems required to complete the task; provides communications link between police/fire/ambulance response units and outside public service agencies. In addition this position acts as an internal routing unit, receiving calls from the public, other City departments, etc., and directs the call to the appropriate Police Department personnel.
Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Pay Grade 17: $32.50 - $36.23 Hourly Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week
The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes: Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage, Prescription Drug Coverage, Flexible Spending Programs, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation), Pension Plan, Contributory Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Discounted Gym Memberships, Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online), Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Bonus Incentives Program, Local & National Store Discounts, Subsidized Transportation Options, Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.