Communications Officer

POSITION :

Communications Officer

The City of Sikeston is seeking applications for the position of Communications Officer. The position receives and prioritizes calls from the public requesting emergency services and information; notifies appropriate agency or officer via two-way radio; inputs and verifies data as requested by officers; receives multiple alarm systems to ensure security; receives citizens' requests and inputs data as required; manually prepares, updates and files various logs, notification / information calls and work activity reports; assists with prisoner monitoring, and any other duties that may be assigned.

COMPENSATION : $45,000 DOQ

BENEFITS :

The City of Sikeston offers a generous benefit and compensation policy including 80% employer paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% paid retirement through LAGERS, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 14 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, cafeteria plan, and wellness benefits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Knowledge of 2-way radios and radio equipment preferred; must be able to type; must possess working knowledge of computer systems. Must successfully complete Missouri State Highway Patrol Computer Inquiry, 40 hour basic communications course and other Entry Courses within one year of employment. Must be able to maintain state computer inquiry certification. Must be able to extract pertinent details from written materials and conversations, shall have and maintain a positive attitude and a high level of initiative. Must reside within a thirty (30) mile radius of the City of Sikeston. Must maintain active landline or cellular telephone.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS :

Must take practical test, unless you are considered a lateral hire, meaning you have 1 year of communications officer experience and currently working as a communications officer. All applicants must successfully complete drug / alcohol screen, medical physical, psychological testing and intensive background checks.

TO APPLY :

Complete an application here. Applications and job descriptions should be returned to : Carrie Burgfeld, 105 E. Center St., Sikeston, MO 63801, Phone : (573) 475-3712, FAX : (573) 475-3715, email : cburgfeld@sikeston.org.

The City of Sikeston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of hiring and promoting without regard to age, sex, color, race, religion, national origin, or disability as prescribed by Federal and State laws. This employer participates in E-Verify : We confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

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