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JOB VACANCY # JV 2023-21 TELECOMMUNICATOR I

 

THE POSITION OF:                                             Telecommunicator I

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF:                             Police

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:                                    AFSCME 2763 – Rank & File

SCHEDULE                                                         Full-time

SALARY:                                                              Starting $23.88 Hour

POSTING DATE:                                                 March 28, 2023

 

Qualified, interested candidates must submit an application and current resume at www.readingpa.gov. Questions email - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Typical job duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Handling emergency/non-emergency calls and additional requests for police service.
  • Successfully operate various systems, software, and radio console equipment.
  • Apply policies, procedures, and guidelines relating to emergency/non-emergency situations.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and stay calm under stressful situations in order to provide prompt responses to emergency situations.
  • Ability to lead, provide direction, and assist other department personnel in various situations when needed.
  • Work closely with other police divisions or agencies to ensure information is communicated efficiently.
  • Complete department training, testing and required certifications.
  • Ability to work mandatory overtime in order to maintain minimum manning with as little as one hour notice.
  • Work schedules are set based upon the department needs and seniority.
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
  • Maintain security clearances in order to access Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS).
  • Perform any and all other work as needed or assigned.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Uphold a professional work environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, drug screening and maintain a clear criminal background.
  • No FELONY or MISDEMEANOR.
  • Ability to type 35 wpm with accuracy.

Pass the pre-hire Critical assessment test; scoring at least 85% or higher

 

 

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