Part time Communications Operator*
Hours of work and rate of pay:
Rotating 12-hour shifts
Entry $ 25.763 + 14% + 4% = $ 30.543 / hr.
Typical duties:
· providing direct radio communication to co-ordinate mobile units and monitor their location and status
· monitor radio regulations and on-air communications while assigning calls for service
· maintain dispatching responsibilities while coordinating major incidents
· use a computer-aided dispatch system to prioritize calls for service
· respond to and evaluate all incoming calls, including 911 calls for police, fire, and ambulance
· compile and broadcast information to patrol units
Qualifications:
· the ability to exercise good judgment within the framework of established procedures
· adaptability when performing assignments
· organizational skills
· effective verbal communication skills (e.g. diplomatic, sensitive, firm, and able to take control of a call, when required)
· good written communication skills
· the ability to work accurately with attention to detail
· competence to work co-operatively with others
· minimum 35 wpm keyboard skills
· comfortable using computers
*The majority of Civilian hires are for our Part-time and Temporary Pools which we actively recruit for twice a year. Applicants are welcome to submit ONE resume or application form, indicating which job(s) they are interested in and their material will be retained in our "active" files and databases for one (1) year from date of receipt. If is not necessary to re-apply during that time frame. We thank you for your interest in Hamilton Police Service.