Communications Officer

Title: Communications Officer

Agency: Finance & Administration-20

Location: Radford

FLSA: Non-exempt/ Eligible for overtime

Hiring Range: Starting at $38,000, (Pay Band 3)

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

This position coordinates law enforcement communications for police officers, answers emergency calls for assistance, monitors building alarm system, dispatches police officers and coordinates fire and ems workers as well. This position serves as the point of contact for visitors to the police department and issues temporary parking permits to campus visitors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Excellent verbal/written communications skills with ability to relate well with a variety of people in difficult/stressful situations. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and make sound independent decisions. Ability to use computers, police radios, and other associated office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

DCJS dispatcher certified, as well as VCIN Operator Certified and NCIC Certified