Communications Technician; Police Dispatcher

Salary: $56,100.00 – $ Annually

This is responsible work in the operation of a communications system and associated equipment for the Leesburg Police Department. Work involves responsibility for the receipt and transmissions of radio, telephone, teletype, and computer messages, and for dispatching police vehicles and coordinating and disseminating fire, rescue, emergency, and related law enforcement information on an assigned shift. Work also includes the performance of related record keeping tasks.

Initially, work is performed under close supervision, however, after an initial training period, employees are expected to work independently. Work is reviewed by observation and examination of records for conformance with standard operating procedures and quality of communications services provided.

• HS/GED.
• Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment with U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required certifications and system access.

• Public safety dispatching experience. VCIN/NCIC certification. Bilingual in English/Spanish.