Communication Officer – Police Department

Job overview

The Communication Officer – Police Department is an onsite, full-time role in Alvin, TX. The posting lists a starting salary of $42,473.08; the feed also lists $20.42 per hour. The role supports the City of Alvin’s police communications function and reports to the Communication Sergeant as assigned. The officer receives, records, and routes calls and monitors department radio communications to help connect callers and visitors with appropriate police, fire, EMS, city, and other agency personnel. The role contributes to timely communication and assistance by following detailed instructions and prescribed procedures.

What you'll do

• Receive, record, and assign incoming telephone calls to appropriate Police Department personnel
• monitor department radio communications and provide information and assistance
• greet and assist department visitors
• receive and forward emergency and non-emergency calls for police, fire, EMS, city services, and other agencies
• perform related work as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

communication officer

police communications

emergency calls

non-emergency calls

radio communications

call routing

public safety

full-time

alvin tx

city of alvin

$42,473.08 starting salary

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of state-mandated training and the state licensing exam within the first year.

About the employer

City of Alvin is hiring for this role. Industry: Police Protection. Sector: 92.