Police Telecommunicator Trainee (South Charleston)

Bellevue College; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time position that involves operating communication equipment and responding to inquiries. This role requires proficiency in typing and effective communication skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional public service. The successful candidate will engage in shift work and will benefit from state benefits. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital communication network while advancing in a structured career progression system upon successful training completion. If you are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience in public contact work is needed.

Responsibilities

• Receives and verifies messages over communication equipment.
• Operates radio, computer, and telephone equipment for dispatching communications.

Skills

Communication Skills

Typing Skills

Radio Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Radio Equipment

Computer Terminal

Telephone Equipment

Job description

Receives, responds, transmits, answers, and/or verifies messages and/or inquiries received over communication equipment. Operates all applicable radio equipment, computer terminal, and telephone equipment, dispatching and receiving radio, computer data, and telephone communications. Ability to type accurately at a rate of 25 w.p.m. Shift work required.

Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned. This is a full-time position with state benefits.

Training:

Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.

Experience:

One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in public contact work.

Special Requirements:

A successful background check.

Salary: (31,850 Base Salary, upon successful completion of training will advance into the Career Progression System)