NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Temporary Part-Time Communications Officer
Front Royal, VA
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
0+ years expThe Front Royal Police Department is seeking experienced Communications Officers to join their team on a temporary, part-time basis. This role involves dispatching law enforcement and emergency services personnel in response to various situations, as well as providing support to police officers and maintaining communication records.
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Responsibilities
Receive emergency calls, determine location and nature of emergency, and dispatch appropriate personnel and equipment
Responsible for dissemination, data entry and file maintenance of all calls for service (emergency and non-emergency related), radio and phone traffic and service-related activities
Provide communications support and assistance to police officers and other Town of Front Royal employees within the communications area of responsibility
Receive and forward service requests, complaints, and other calls for departments served by the communications center
Provide assistance to the general public; provide information and directions; handle route inquiries or problems to appropriate police staff members
A working knowledge of all resource manuals and directories ensuring quick and efficient requests for assistance or referrals including but not limited to the following: VCIN/NCIC, Criminal Histories, Quick Reference Guide, Business Directories, Trespass Reference, Emergency Operations Plans, Shift Reports/Schedules, BOL/TTY Board, Knox Log, EPO Board, Department Policy & Procedures Manual, Memo Board
Operate multi-faceted dedicated communications devices, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Records Management, VCIN/NCIC terminal, Voice recording systems, Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD), FAX and Copy machine, etc
Perform clerical work and records maintenance and all other duties as directed by the Communications Supervisor and all higher authority
Perform related tasks as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Minimum 6-months experience as a dispatcher
Possession of dispatcher certificate
Dispatch related hardware and software knowledge
Knowledge of Police Department rules, regulation, policies and procedures
Knowledge of public relations techniques
Knowledge of report writing techniques and procedures
Knowledge of geography of the Town of Front Royal and surrounding areas to include locations of important buildings and landmarks
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and respectful manner
Ability to work quickly and accurately
Ability to work during regular and irregular shift rotations, which may include weekends and holidays
Ability to work under stress and use good judgement in emergency situations
Ability to type at a reasonable rate of speed
Ability to speak distinctly and clearly
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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