Communications Officer

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety is seeking a Communications Officer to manage radio communications, dispatch messages, and coordinate information across field personnel and headquarters. The role requires precise, timely communication under pressure and a commitment to public safety.

Responsibilities include operating teletype/telecommunications systems, accessing national and state data networks, and supporting training programs. A high school diploma or GED and U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; U.S. citizen and good moral character.
• Minimum age 18; ability to interpret and relay information clearly.
• Experience with radio/telecommunications or law enforcement systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates radio and dispatches messages to field personnel and HQ.
• Uses OLETS/NLETS/NCIC to obtain information and disseminate as needed.
• Interprets information and relays it to field personnel and agencies.
• Maintains shift logs and prepares communications for incidents.
• Develops training materials and assists in program administration.

Skills

Radio communications

Operating telecommunications equipment

Clear written and verbal communication

Under pressure / emergency conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Communications Officer

Agency: 585 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Supervisory Organization: Dept. of Public Safety

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Compensation: Compensation

Annual Base Salary: $43,898.80

Job Description

Benefits: State employees with DPS enjoy a minimum of 15 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year and a comprehensive Benefit Package including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a dependable, service-minded professional to join our team as a Human Resources Management Specialist III. DPS employees support the agency's mission of protecting the public and serving the people of Oklahoma. The successful candidate will work collaboratively, communicate clearly, and carry out responsibilities with accuracy, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Operates radio communication equipment and receives and dispatches radio messages on an assigned shift; provides a communications link for personnel in the field or agency headquarters, other law enforcement officials and related emergency services.
• Operates teletype and computer system to obtain information through the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS), National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS) or National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• Interprets and relays information to field personnel concerning wanted persons, violations of laws and other criminal activities.
• Researches criminal history information as required, including International Police Organization (INTERPOL) data available through the various systems.
• Makes immediate decisions on a wide variety of information received through various sources and disseminates to field personnel, agency officials and other law enforcement agencies as appropriate.
• Maintains written records and logs of shift activities.
• Composes and releases messages concerning accidents, emergencies, hazardous materials, incidents, weather conditions and similar situations to field offices, news media and other law enforcement, civil defense and emergency services.
• Plans, organizes and directs communication center operations and programs; assists in the development of agency rules, regulations, and policies concerning the use of communications equipment, staff, and systems.
• Coordinates operational and administrative matters with other divisions and agencies, including Highway Patrol troop commanders, civil defense officials, the Department of Transportation, and local law enforcement officials.
• Conducts on-site inspections of communications centers to evaluate operations and personnel and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Develops and conducts training programs in communications procedures and requirements; collects, prepares, organizes, and edits instructional materials such as manuals, overhead transparencies, course outlines, and cassettes.
• May serve as a member of screening boards in matters related to promotions, hiring, reinstatement and disciplinary actions; represents the agency in matters concerning user agreements and accountability for the operation and security of terminals and use of information.
• Monitors security within the communications center or the facility.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of (Statutory Requirement: 47 O.S. 1998 Supp. Section 2-105.B.2.b.) "2. No person shall be appointed ... unless the person is a citizen of the United States of America, of good moral character, and: b. for any such position in the Communications Division, a person shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age and shall possess a high school diploma or General Education Development equivalency certificate.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge of:

• Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations concerning radio communications
• OLETS, NLETS, and NCIC operating manuals
• State and federal laws concerning use of criminal records
• Agency communications policies and procedures
• Office practices and procedures
• Spelling, punctuation and grammar.

Ability to:

• Express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Operate radio and telecommunications equipment
• Maintain operating efficiency under emergency and stressful conditions
• Maintain effective working relationships with others
• Follow complex written instructions
• Type accurat