Public Safety Communications Specialist

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Description:

Under close to general supervision, provides a link between citizens in need of assistance with police, fire and EMS services; prioritizes calls; coordinates and logs the activities associated with providing such service; dispatches appropriate emergency personnel; accesses and provides information transfer to and from field units where telephone or an ACJIS terminal is required; provides emergency communications in the form of 9-1-1 services to the City of Cottonwood and surrounding communities; enters and maintains warrants; and performs related duties as assigned. Full job description here. Compensation and Benefits This is a non-sworn, non-exempt, full-time, classified position with full benefits. Hiring range(22): $24.72

• $37.09 per hour. The City of Cottonwood offers an extensive benefit package that includes:
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System
• Medical and Dental coverage at 100% for the employee and a partial percentage for dependent coverage
• Vision coverage (optional at your expense)
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Group term life insurance amounting to the annual salary plus $50,000
• Generous vacation and sick accrual rates
• Fourteen paid holidays
• Optional deferred compensation plans (457b)
• Employer-paid Cottonwood Recreation Center membership for employee and discounted memberships for household members
• Qualifying employees who choose to purchase a home in the Verde Valley are eligible for down-payment loans up to $40,000
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Access our full benefit packet here.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Posting Date:

January 16, 2026 821 N. Main St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-340-2717

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Minimum Requirements:

1.) Must be a citizen of United States or legal to work in United States. 2.) Must have at least one (1) year of customer service related work experience. 3.) Must have high school diploma or equivalent. 4.) Must be 18 years of age or older. 5.) Must meet Physical Requirements. 6.) Must read and sign job description acknowledgment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; must be able to multi-task such as typing while answering phones; must be able to visually observe and interpret data displayed on multiple dispatch computer monitors comprised of several windows per monitor; required to reach with hands and arms; must be able to hear radio and telephone conversations at an appropriate level so as to not cause radio interference; must possess the ability to communicate clearly when speaking. 928-340-2717

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gov 821 N. Main St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326 About the Area Cottonwood, The Heart of Arizona Wine Country, is located in Arizona's Verde Valley, is home to approximately 12,000 residents, and services the greater Verde Valley population of about 40,000. Its 3,300 ft. elevation, mild climate, and natural amenities—such as the Verde River—combine to make Cottonwood an ideal place to live, play, and work. Learn more about Cottonwood here!

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City of Cottonwood The City is focused on providing excellent customer service to the citizens and businesses of our vibrant, small-town community. Our staff works to create a culture of progressive learning, mentorship, innovation, and positivity which results in engaged employees who facilitate positive connections with our community. The Communications Department won City of Cottonwood's Team of the year award in 2020!

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Working Environment:

• Must work various shift hours such as 8, 10, or 12
• hour shifts. Shifts consisting of day, swing, or night shift, weekends and holidays.
• Communications Specialists are eligible for, and expected to work overtime to meet the staffing needs of the organization.
• Working conditions of the communications center are demanding with exposures to stressful situations, including irregular and unpredictable hours, moderate to loud noise level, distractions from concurrently working events while multitasking on multiple required systems.

Applicants must meet minimum requirements and receive an invitation/ appointment to participate in the selection process. How to Apply Apply online at cottonwoodaz.gov/600/ Employment-Opportunities. Additional information & a complete job description are available at the City of Cottonwood Human Resources Office, 821 N. Main St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326, or on the City website. Phone 928-340-2717. EOE/ADA. Questions? Contact us! Human Resources lcickavage@cottonwoodaz.gov 928-340-2717

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Special Assignment Opportunities:

The City of Cottonwood offers several opportunities for special assignments for Communications Specialists. Com

• munications Specialists have the opportunity to be trained and certified in the following areas:
• Crisis/Hostage Negotiations
• Drone Operations
• Wildland/All-Hazard Incident Dispatching
• Tactical Dispatching
• Certified Spanish Interpretation The Communications Department provides dispatch services for 9 public safety agencies across an area encompassing roughly 1100 square miles in the greater Verde Valley/ Sedona region.

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