Police Telecommunicator

RESPONSIBILITIES

: The Police Telecommunicator receives and reacts to, in an unassisted manner, verbal requests for assistance via telephone and radio, and dispatches officers or refers to other emergency services. Must possess the ability to simultaneously coordinate and effectively utilize, without assistive devices, communication activities via telephone, radio, scanner, and various terminal devices. Must possess unimpeded articulate speech abilities to assure clear and accurate transmission of essential information affecting potential life safety issues. Directs routine and life safety responses received through the University system.
REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Completion of a 5-week ( hours) of Police Telecommunicator Basic Training and maintain certification as a Police Telecommunicator in the State of Kentucky as well as certification as a LINK Terminal Operator. Pre-employment requirements: Successful applicant must pass Phase I testing that includes a background check, polygraph, drug screen, and psychological evaluation as specified by the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council and the Morehead State University Police Department. Post-employment requirements: Upon employment, if the successful employee has not already completed the 5-week Police Telecommunicator Basic Training, the employee must complete this training within 6 months after Phase I testing and maintain certification as a Police Telecommunicator in the State of Kentucky as well as certification as a LINK Terminal Operator.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Additional experience in radio communications and computer use.

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