Part-Time Communications Specialist

Part-Time Communications Specialist Salary $33.21 Hourly Location Winchester, VA Job Type Part-time Non-Classified Department Police Department Division Police Department ECC Opening Date 03/23/2026 Closing Date 4/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Description Duties and Responsiblities The City of Winchester is seeking a certified, skilled and dependable Emergency Communications Specialist to support public safety operations. This part-time role is responsible for receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls while maintaining professionalism and accuracy in high-pressure situations. Ability to work varying shifts, flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular reliable attendance Answers emergency and non-emergency calls, requests for service including law enforcement, fire and emergency medical assistance Receives and transmits messages by radio and tracks all apparatus/units through Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Utilizes multiple maps to confirm locations and assist both internal and external customers Prioritizes and dispatches emergency responders and/or appropriate resources

Requirements Minimum Requirements:

• DCJS Certification
• Priority Dispatch Certification
• 3 years of emergency communications dispatch experience

Key Qualifications:

• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Commitment to public service and teamwork This position is Part-time, schedule will vary and can include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Job Posting Statement The City of Winchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law. This position is part-time/seasonal and is not eligble for benefits. 01 Do you possess a DCJS certification? Yes No 02 Are you EMD certified? Yes No 03 Do you have at least 3 years of emergency communications dispatch experience? Yes No Required Question Employer City of Winchester Address 15 N. Cameron Street Winchester, Virginia, 22601 Phone 540-667-1815 Website https://www.winchesterva.gov