Communications Specialist

FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT - JOB ANNOUNCEMENT JEFFERSON COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER 1200 W. GRIMES AVENUE, FAIRFIELD, IOWA 52556 PHONE

641-472-4146

FAX:

641-472-7268 COMMUNICATIONS

SPECIALIST SALARY

Starting wage 95% of base pay, upon probation completion bumped to full pay of $22.29 per hour.

REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from high school or GED. Citizen of United States and resident of the State of Iowa or intend to become resident at time of hire, at least 18 years of age. No felony convictions, aggravated misdemeanors or convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude. Free of drug or alcohol addiction. Normal hearing in each ear. Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation and fingerprint search. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the state of Iowa. Must possess good typing and computer skills, oral and written skills, able to function under stress, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, MUST be able to work various shifts, overtime, holidays and weekends.

ALL SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS LISTED ON THE ADDENDUM MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION. FAILURE TO DO SO, WILL ELIMINATE APPLICANTS FROM EXAMINATION PARTICIPATION. DUTIES

Under general supervision perform communications for emergency services, to include taking complaints, acquiring information from computers and other sources. Provides Emergency Medical Dispatch services by answering E911 calls giving pre-arrival instructions needed and dispatching ambulance and other emergency services as needed. Maintains in-house records of property, warrants, arrests, complaints, accidents and citations.

DEADLINE DATE

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

WHERE TO APPLY

Applications can be completed online. Resumes are recommended.

EXAMINATION METHOD

1.

Application Process:

Application must be on file. 2.

Oral Interview:

Applicants passing the Oral exam will be subject to a thorough background investigation. Applicants will be notified of a date/time. 3 .

Background Investigation:

Applicants passing the background investigation will be recommended to the Chief of Police for placement on the Communications Specialist eligibility list, which is valid for one year.

ALL OF THE ABOVE EXAMS WILL BE HELD IN FAIRFIELD, IOWA.

The City of Fairfield and the Fairfield Police Department are equal opportunity employers. Job Details Category Employment Opportunities Status Open Position is open until filled. Posted March 25, 2026 Closing October 15, 2026 11:59 PM