Telecommunication Officer Per Diem

Borough of Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Madison Police Department is seeking a Telecommunication Officer Per Diem to join its communications team. This role involves recording telephone communications and coordinating radio messages to patrol units and other personnel.

Weekend and holiday shifts are required, with a per diem compensation structure and no traditional benefits beyond statutory leave. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with associates degree or higher preferred, and bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of public safety telecommunications experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
• Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to multitask and work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Recording telephone communications
• Receiving and relaying radio messages to various vehicles/personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Multitasking

Spanish language skills

Shift work flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Telecommunication Officer Per Diem

Madison Police Department

Job Details

Category: Madison Police Department

Status: Open

Posted: September 4, 2026 8:00 AM

Closing: October 1, 2026 4:30 PM

Salary

Salary is $22.50 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Recording telephone communications
• Receiving and relaying radio messages to various vehicles/personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree or higher preferred
• Three (3) years of experience in public safety telecommunications is preferred
• Bilingual with Spanish a plus
• Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ideal candidate must be able to multitask and work shifts including weekends and holidays

Benefits

No benefits offered other than what is required by the New Jersey Sick Leave Act.

Application Deadline

Deadline to apply is October 1, 2026.

Application Instructions

No phone calls or emails.

ADA/EOE