Berlin - Police Communications Officers

Job Announcement:

The Berlin Police Department is accepting applications for full-time Police Communication Officers. A Police Communications Officer serves as the critical link between the public and emergency responders by receiving emergency and non-emergency calls, gathering essential information, and dispatching the necessary personnel. They monitor radio communications, coordinate response efforts, maintain accurate records, and provide calm, professional assistance during high-pressure situations. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are essential to ensuring the safety of both the public and first responders.

Requirements:

Must be flexible with shifts. Full-time staff will be assigned a typical working shift, but may be asked to assist during other shifts as needed. Shifts include day, evening, and midnight. Employees may also be required to work during holidays, inclement weather, or special events. Must be 21 years old or older. Must be a U.S. citizen. Must have a high school diploma or approved GED. Must pass an extensive background check that includes a drug test, criminal history review, check of prior employers, and references, among other requirements. Must be able to complete an entry-level

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logon course certified by CJIS. No experience is required, but it is preferred. Benefits Town-paid $50,000 life insurance. Inclement weather pay. Shift differential pay for evening and midnight shifts. Sick leave (one day a month, no carryover limit). Personal days (two annually). Vacation days based on tenure (6 days in year one, 12 days in years two through five, etc.). Educational benefits (required paid in full by town/non-required 100% reimbursed with contract). Overtime and compensatory leave. Hiring Process The hiring process for a Police Communications Officer includes completing the application, a formal interview with an interview board, a background investigation, and a drug screening. The Town of Berlin and the Berlin Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/V/D) and is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, sex, age, nationality, disability, or sexual orientation. Please direct questions regarding this position to rfisherberlinmdpd.org About Law Enforcement Jobs Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency. Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp account to monitor for updates. Share this

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