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Communications Operator

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

 

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
 

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
 

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