E911 Communications Officer Ii

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE E-911 EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

STARTING SALARY $49,925.00

• High School Diploma or GED required, to include two (2) years of Emergency Dispatch experience
• one (1) year of experience working as Communications Officer I within Fulton County Government Emergency Services current or former employee only
• Experience credit will be granted for each active certification the applicant possess from the list below

• Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC)/National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification (1)
• Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Certification (1)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR certification (1)
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification (3)
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses (1)
• Certification on all Dispatch Consoles

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

• All applicants must agree to and successfully pass a background investigation, skills assessment, psychological evaluation, physical/drug screening and polygraph to be considered for employment with the Fulton County Emergency Services department.

Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's License at the time of appointment.

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Must conform to the following qualifications as required by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Act:
Be a citizen of the United States;
Have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent (G.E.D.).

Not have been convicted by any state or the federal government of any crime, the punishment for which could have been imprisonment in a federal or state prison or institution; nor have been convicted of sufficient misdemeanors to establish a pattern of disregard for the law, provided that, for the purposes of this paragraph, violations of traffic laws and other offenses involving the operation of a motor vehicle when the applicant has received a pardon shall not be considered.

Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans’ preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only.

• Leadership Under Pressure – Proven ability to make sound decisions, remain composed, and lead personnel effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments.
• Incident Command & Operational Management – Experience planning, coordinating, and executing complex operations while maintaining accountability, situational awareness, and mission success.
• Emergency Response & Crisis Management – Skilled in responding to emergencies, assessing risks, prioritizing actions, and implementing effective solutions during critical incidents.
• Team Leadership & Communication – Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, foster collaboration, provide clear direction, and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Safety & Risk Management – Strong understanding of safety protocols, hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of measures to protect personnel and assets.
• Technical & Tactical Proficiency – Experience operating specialized equipment, following established procedures, adapting to new technologies, and applying technical knowledge in dynamic environments.
• Strategic Planning & Resource Coordination – Ability to develop operational plans, allocate personnel and resources efficiently, manage logistics, and accomplish organizational objectives.

The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official,…