Top 5 911 communications officer Jobs in Roanoke Va

911 Dispatcher
Botetourt County —Daleville, VA
- $46,775 a year
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Communications Officer I
Roanoke County, VA —Roanoke, VA
- $45,197.36 a year
- 12 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
FT E911 Communications Officer
Franklin County, VA —Rocky Mount, VA
- $41,117 - $53,452 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
911 Communications Officer
City of Roanoke —Roanoke, VA
- $45,439.78 a year
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account
CERTIFIED - 911 Communications Officer Call Taker (Temporary No Benefits)
City of Roanoke —Roanoke, VA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Continuing education credits
- Health savings account

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911 Dispatcher

Botetourt County -
Daleville, VA

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Job Details

$46,775 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Typing

Full Job Description

Sheriff's Department

911 Dispatcher

Botetourt County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications to fill 911 Dispatcher.

The 911 Dispatcher will have a general knowledge of computers, knowledge of county geo-political boundaries, major highways, and landmarks; excellent listening skills; excellent communications skills, both written and oral, typing skill of at least 25 wpm with 95% accuracy; ability to proficiently operate all communications center and related office equipment associated with communications operator job responsibilities, ability to monitor several different radios and channels and answer the telephone simultaneously; ability to perform tactfully, courteously and proficiently under the pressures associated with the position, and the ability to perform shift work and shift rotation.

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Application can be mailed to:

Botetourt County Sheriff's
Office P.O. Box 18
Fincastle, VA 24090

The position will remain open until filled. Botetourt County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. An increase in starting salary will be considered for those who possess dispatch certification and experience at time of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High School graduate
No criminal record.
Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record.
Good credit history.
Citizen of the United States or have valid proof that citizenship is being sought.

911 Dispatcher Primary Duties

Answers police lines for the Sheriff's Office and 911 calls for the county
Serves as a liaison for civilian reports, complaints, and officers on patrol
Analyzes calls for the best way to handle each, what type of information to be obtained from the called and which units should be assigned and logs all information into the computer
Dispatches police, animal control, game warden and fire and emergency services calls
Provides emergency medical dispatch pre-arrival instructions to citizens over the telephone and pre-arrival information to the responding rescue units.
Provides the community with available/needed information via the telephone
Provides field units with requested information via the radio
Transmits messages to officers via the radio, phone or in person
Operates the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) systems to retrieve and provide requested criminal information for officers
Obtains warrant information and advises officers about possible wanted subjects
Tracks and logs all officer activities by time and location via the radio
Communicates and maintains necessary contact with other agencies through VCIN
Communicates with the news media
Operates the Statewide Interagency Radio Systems (SIRS)
Maintains documentation pertaining to calls received, towed vehicles and security checks
Operates and monitors the Integrated Flood Observing and Warning System (IFLOWS) computer and alerts county administrator on flood threats within the county
Operates telecommunications devices for the deaf and recording system for telephones and radio
Maintains business and street address files
Performs other duties as assigned by the communications supervisor

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance at minimal cost to employee. Dependent or family coverage available at additional cost to employee.
Retirement plan under VRS (Currently employee pays no more than 5% towards VRS if not employed prior to 7/1/2010.)
457 deferred compensation plan with some county match
Life insurance
Workers Compensation
Holiday Pay
Leave and sick time accrual
Uniforms and equipment provided

Botetourt County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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