This position is responsible for providing vital communications links between the police department, the general public and patrol officers in the field. This work involves the handling of emergency and non-emergency calls for service, dispatching police officers and fire/rescue personnel, receiving citizen complaints, and operating complex computer systems. The communication officer's actions and decisions bear great responsibility with regard to officer and citizen safety. This person in this position will be expected to perform under high stress situations. They will also be required to deal with citizens in person and interact with other police agencies on a regular basis. The Communications Officer may be assigned to various types of duty and shift hours in accordance with department needs. This employee is required to hold several mandatory state and federal certifications.

Salary negotiable based on experience.

Minimum Qualifications:
FLORIDA CERTIFICATION REQUIRED – MUST HOLD CURRENT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 911 TELECOMMUNICATOR CERTIFICATE; PRIOR EXPERIENCE AS POLICE AND/ OR FIRE/EMS DISPATCHER

Additional Qualification Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age; must be a United States citizen; must be a high school graduate or possess a state equivalency diploma. Training may be provided by the agency; must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; must not have been convicted of a felony; must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character or as deemed inappropriate by F.D.L.E. standards or the Chief of Police; must not have been released or discharged under dishonorable conditions from any of the Armed Forces of the United States; must pass background check and drug screen; ability to multitask and use various computer systems; proficient typing ability; may be required to successfully pass a written examination and/or oral review board; must be available to work nights/weekends/holidays as required;
A full job description, duties and responsibilities are available upon request.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

o be considered, please complete a Satellite Beach Police Department Employment Application
Applications are located online at: www.satellitebeachfl.org.
Email to - talbinus@satellitebeach.org, faxed to 321.821.1962 or in person at the location listed above

The City of Satellite Beach is a Drug-Free Workplace

In compliance with Chapter 295, Florida Statute, The City of Satellite Beach is committed to providing preference to U.S. veterans and spouses of veterans in hiring, promotion, and retention for all qualified positions as prescribed by the chapter.
The City of Satellite Beach is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.