Deputy Public Safety Communications Director

Knox Regional Communications Center; Rockland (ME); Presencial; USD 67.000 - 94.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Knox Regional Communications Center in Rockland, Maine, is seeking a Deputy Communications Director who will assist the Communications Director, work with first responders, and lead dispatch staff in a fast-paced public safety environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, HR functions, training, policy development, budgeting, and liaison with local, state, and federal agencies. This is a 24/7 operation with a flexible schedule and a strong commitment to service.

Formación

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in criminal justice, public administration, communications.
• High school diploma with a 2-year technical/business degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three years of progressive supervisory or managerial experience, preferably in public safety or emergency communications.

Responsabilidades

• Assists the Director in planning and carrying out County communications and dispatch activities.
• Coordinates with law enforcement, EMA, state police, fire, EMS, and other agencies to ensure coordinated systems.
• Oversees training programs for Dispatchers and maintains QA/QI processes.
• Manages internal HR functions: recruitment, training, policy development, and labor relations.
• Supervises department staff, reviews timesheets and payroll, and assists with budgeting.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Policy development

Training

HR coordination

Educación

Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, or communications

High school diploma plus 2-year technical/business degree or equivalent

Herramientas

CAD

RMS

Descripción del empleo

Knox Regional Communications Center in Rockland, Maine, is seeking a Deputy Communications Director who will assist the Communications Director, work with first responders, and lead dispatch staff in a fast-paced public safety environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, HR functions, training, policy development, budgeting, and liaison with local, state, and federal agencies. This is a 24/7 operation with a flexible schedule and a strong commitment to service.