CERTIFIED - 911 Communications Officer Call Taker (Temporary No Benefits)

About this role

<p>The City of Roanoke is seeking a <strong>VA STATE CERTIFIED and experienced</strong> 911 Communications Officer to work as a part-time call taker. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>The preferred candidate must be certified as a Basic Dispatcher, VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Operator and possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). &nbsp;The preferred candidate must also possess a valid driver's license; have reliable transportation and no criminal record.&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: inherit;">The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.</span></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt;"><span style="color: inherit;">To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting comm

Requirements

<br>Basic Dispatch Certification through Virginia DCJS (Department of Criminal Justice Services), VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Operator, NCIC (National Crime Information Center) and EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch). &nbsp;Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and possess a valid driver's license.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE</strong><br><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; text-indent: 0;">High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by continuing education with some computer classes.</span>&nbsp;