911 / Communications Officer

The City of Suwanee Police Department is looking for a Full Time 911 / Communications Officer to join our team.

This position is responsible for receiving messages via radio, telephone, and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) software; prioritizing messages; and dispatching personnel to emergency and non-emergency situations. The City of Suwanee provides police service 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Shift work - including nights, weekends and holidays-is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. One year of related experience preferred. P.O.S.T. Communication Officer, Emergency Medical Dispatch, GCIC Full Terminal certifications, or ability to become certified within one year. Valid State of Georgia drivers license. Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation:$57,547.60 annualized, based on 84 hours per bi-weekly pay cycle and including 11 paid holidays

Eligible for Defined Benefit Plan (pension) Eligible for Defined Contribution Plan with City matching Eligible for benefits after 30 day waiting period to include: medical/dental/vision, vacation/sick leave. Eligible for city provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans. Eligible to participate in the Peace Officers Annuity and Benefit Fund paid for by the city. After successful completion of 12-month probation period eligible for tuition reimbursement

The City of Suwanee is a certified Drug-Free Workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Please use this link to complete the application and upload it on the next page: APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT (suwanee.com)

Post close date: Until Filled