Communication Officer Job Black Hawk Colorado USA,Government

Position: Communication Officer I
Location: Black Hawk

Job Description POSITION: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER IDEPARTMENT: POLICEREQUISITION: 1185

STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIODSALARY RANGE: $70,958 - $99,341 / ANNUAL (paid hourly) DOQ/E

WORK SCHEDULE:

40 HR/PER WEEK (4-days/week)

ALL SHIFTS, HOLIDAYS & WEEKENDS

OPENING DATE: FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLEDSummary

The City of Black Hawk is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Officer (Emergency 911 Dispatcher). As a Communications Officer, the employee is responsible for the operation of the emergency communications console, including the receipt of calls and proper dispatch of appropriate equipment and personnel to provide assistance to the citizens of Black Hawk in the areas of Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services.

Essential

Functions

answering incoming phone calls, which include
emergency calls for Police, Fire, EMS, Public Works, and also Non-Emergency calls
dispatching appropriate personnel to handle any and all situations needing public safety or medical assistance
operate and monitor various transmissions on FCC approved radio equipment
receive, sort, disseminate logs, process and file a variety of documents, reports, and other records alphabetically, numerically or by other established classification
process Black Hawk Municipal Court bonds
complete various special assignments within the department
assist in the training and development of department personnel as related to dispatch
verify validity of outstanding warrants, restraining orders, expirations, etc. through the use of the CCIC/NCIC computer system
attend various local, regional or national trainings
perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and experience:

Requires high school diploma or GED; valid Colorado driver’s license with a safe driving record; ability to work various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applicant must successfully complete several pre-employment tests including but not limited to typing, mathematical, and multi-tasking skills tests. Must be at least 18 years of age. The City of Black Hawk also conducts pre-employment testing, including: psychological exam, physical exam, drug testing, and background investigation as conditions of employment.

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