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Communication Officer
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A Communications Manager plans and directs public relations programs that create a positive public image for an organization or business. Oversees press releases and communications with media; works with advertising and marketing staff to target advertising campaigns; manages internal communications such as newsletters or financial reports. May draft speeches or arrange interviews for company executives.
$130,191 / year median in Georgia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Communication Officer Job Type:
Full Time Evans, GA Columbia County Sheriff's Office Salary:
$20.26Per Hour Position Summary:
Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor, to receive and transmit routine and emergency calls using communication equipment consisting of radio, telephone, computer input devices or computer aided dispatch units; to perform record keeping; and to do related work as required at the Columbia County Fire Rescue Communication Center (CCFRCC). Within a framework of established procedures, Communications Officers are assigned full range of dispatching duties involving the use of a variety of communication and office equipment with only occasional instruction or assistance. Assigned duties require the exercise of judgment or choice among possible actions. Incumbents of this class are required to work various shifts. This class differs from the next higher class of Fire Communications Supervisor at CCFRCC from the latter class having supervisory responsibility. Fire Communications Officers may perform out of class as Fire Communication Supervisor, if needed.Essential Functions:
Receives and transmits via radio from mobile units of contracting agencies; maintain a computer log of these calls and their dispositions. Answers and makes emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from/to the general public, field personnel and other public safety agencies. Coordinates emergency calls and dispatch equipment. The communications officer shall meet all training requirements as set forth by the department. The communications officer shall relay necessary information to the Duty Chief, Communications Supervisor, on coming Communications officer and others as needed. Operates electronic data terminals. Disseminates information to Emergency Operation Centers, Department Operation Centers and Incident Commanders within the Fire Operational Area. Completes and submits required documents for each specific type of incident with accuracy. The communications officer shall perform other duties as assigned.Requirements:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. NIMS Compliant (as required by national standards, must be obtained in 6 months). P.O.S.T. Certified Communications Officer (must be obtained within 6 months). Must be capable of multitasking while under heavy stress. Must have good knowledge of Windows based programs. Must have adequate typing skills.https:
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