Public Safety Communications Specialist

Borough of Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Deferred compensation

AFLAC supplemental

YMCA discount

Credit unions

Job summary

The Madison Police Department is seeking a full-time Public Safety Telecommunications Officer to record telephone communications and relay radio messages to patrol vehicles and personnel. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree or higher preferred; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

The role requires flexibility for weekend/holiday shifts and offers a full benefits package included with a union position. Applications must be received by Thursday, October 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Bilingual skills a plus (Spanish).
• Three years of experience in public safety telecommunications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record telephone communications and relay radio messages to vehicles/personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Spanish bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

The Madison Police Department is seeking a full-time Public Safety Telecommunications Officer to record telephone communications and relay radio messages to patrol vehicles and personnel. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree or higher preferred; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

The role requires flexibility for weekend/holiday shifts and offers a full benefits package included with a union position. Applications must be received by Thursday, October 1, 2026.