Communication Officer I

Black Hawk, CO; Black Hawk (CO); Presencial; USD 71.000 - 99.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Black Hawk is accepting applications for the position of Communications Officer I in the Police Department. The role operates the emergency communications console, handling calls and dispatching Police, Fire, and EMS resources to assist citizens.

This regular full-time, non-exempt position requires a high school diploma or GED, a Colorado driver’s license, and successful completion of pre-employment tests. Working shifts, including holidays, is required.

Formación

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to work various shifts including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment tests (typing, mathematical, multi-tasking).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pre-employment testing including psychological, physical, drug testing and background investigation.

Responsabilidades

• Answering incoming calls (emergency and non-emergency).
• Dispatching appropriate personnel and equipment for police, fire, and EMS.
• Operate and monitor FCC-approved radio transmissions.
• Receive, sort, and file logs and documents.
• Attend trainings and assist in department development.

Conocimientos

Typing

Multi-tasking

Mathematical skills

Shift work

Emergency communications

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

CCIC/NCIC system

FCC radio equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

POSITION: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER I

DEPARTMENT: POLICE

REQUISITION: 1185

STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

SALARY RANGE: $70,958 - $99,341 / ANNUAL (paid hourly) DOQ/E

WORK SCHEDULE: 40 HR/PER WEEK (4-days/week)

ALL SHIFTS, HOLIDAYS & WEEKENDS

OPENING DATE: FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Summary

The City of Black Hawk is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Officer (Emergency 911 Dispatcher). As a Communications Officer, the employee is responsible for the operation of the emergency communications console, including the receipt of calls and proper dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel to provide assistance to the citizens of Black Hawk in the areas of Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services.

Essential Functions

• answering incoming phone calls, which include
• emergency calls for Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works, and also Non-Emergency calls
• dispatching appropriate personnel to handle any and all situations needing public safety or medical assistance
• operate and monitor various transmissions on FCC approved radio equipment
• receive, sort, disseminate logs, process and file a variety of documents, reports, and other records alphabetically, numerically or by other established classification
• process Black Hawk Municipal Court bonds
• complete various special assignments within the department
• assist in the training and development of department personnel as related to dispatch
• verify validity of outstanding warrants, restraining orders, expirations, etc. through the use of the CCIC/NCIC computer system
• attend various local, regional or national trainings
• perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: Education and experience:

Requires high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; ability to work various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applicant must successfully complete several pre-employment tests including but not limited to typing, mathematical, and multi-tasking skills tests. Must be at least 18 years of age. The City of Black Hawk also conducts pre-employment testing, including: psychological exam, physical exam, drug testing, and background investigation as conditions of employment.

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