Communications Tech

Overview

If you are interested in joining our team as Communications Tech, please visit our website at  and complete the questionnaire

Communications Technician under general supervision is responsible for receiving and disseminating emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatching to appropriate responding personnel. General administrative work as well as data entry.

• Receive incoming telephone calls for Law Enforcement from all areas within McKenzie County
• Route calls to the proper authority
• Track units and maintain cognizant knowledge of all field units as to their status and location throughout the assigned shift
• Monitor, receive, and broadcast calls on multiple radio frequencies and dispatch required units according to established procedures
• Relay information and messages to field personnel as required

• Be of excellent moral character
• Obtained a high school diploma or GED
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate verbally in a distinct, clear, concise and pleasant manner in a variety of circumstances
• Excellent organizational skills and customer service
• Ability to follow written and verbal requests
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends and holidays
• No misdemeanor convictions in the last three years
• No domestic violence convictions
• No felony convictions
• Eligible to receive ND CJIS and NCIC certification upon employment