Full-Time Telecommunicator
The Township of Derry Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Telecommunicator in the Police Department Communications Center.
Applicants for this position must be well organized with strong verbal skills and have the ability to perform multiple tasks under stressful situations. Applicants should possess good penmanship, computer knowledge and skills, have the aptitude to make quick decisions and be able to think independently as well as follow orders.
Duties include receiving emergency and non-emergency telephone calls, communicating with police units via radio systems, data entry into and interacting with Computer Aided Dispatch software, working with local, state and national computer systems, viewing security system monitors, preparing minor incident reports and aiding people entering the police department seeking assistance.
Current or prior public safety training, education or experience is preferred but not required.
Starting salary for this position is commensurate upon experience. Successful candidates for this position must be available to work various scheduled shifts throughout the day and night, including weekends and holidays.
Applications may be picked up at the Township of Derry Police Department, 620 Clearwater Road, Hershey, PA. Application deadline is January 29, 2010.
