Communications Officer

Job Title

Communications Officer

Albany State University, Albany, GA (Albany State Rec. Location)

Full-time (Regular)

The work consists of varied communication and dispatch duties. The high-stress nature of emergency situations contributes to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to dispatch response to calls for service. Success in this position helps ensure students and faculty receive help in emergency and non-emergency situations.

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (orally and written).

• Experience with a law enforcement or public safety agency helpful.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Ability to perform work in a professional manner meeting the requirements of a 24‑hour operation that may involve working weekends, and holiday schedules in any weather conditions.

• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Capability of writing comprehensive reports outlining observations and activities during assigned shift.
• Ability to use telephone, radio, and computer equipment.
• Ability to exhibit a positive attitude when working with supervisors, coworkers, and members of the campus community in order to maintain effective service‑oriented relationships.

• Possess analytical decision‑making skills to identify problems, weigh solutions and recognize alternatives and their implications independently and quickly.
• Possess interpersonal skills to interact with the public.
• Receives and responds to incoming calls and radio messages.
• Provides direction and guidance to callers.
• Monitors the electronic alarm systems and fire alarm system on a continuous basis.
• Maintains daily log of all activities reported to the department.
• Dispatches Campus Police personnel to handle calls for services.
• Monitors, records, and downloads video footage.
• Utilizes the Georgia Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center databases to assist police officers in the performance of their duties. Maintains, sorts, and files reports. Maintains a clean and efficient office.
• Will be required to work special events such as basketball games, football games and other campus related events.
• Performs other job‑related duties as required.

• Must be able to obtain GCIC certification within six months of hire date.
• Must be able operate the emergency notification system upon completion of the OJT training for the system.

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table and intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
• Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
  • a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
  • a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
  • a successful pre‑employment drug test

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev.

Proc. 75‑50). Albany State University is an Aff ­­​positive Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500‑2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229‑500‑3442.

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