Enters call data into the Computer Aided Dispatch system using a computer workstation; Sends and receives radio transmissions, utilizing a two -way radio, to assign appropriate police personnel and equipment in response to calls for service, monitors officers' locations and activities, enters data into the Computer Aid ed Dispatch system, requests and receives information utilizing the NYSPIN system; Sends and receives radio transmissions, utilizing a two -way radio, to assign appropriate fire personnel and equipment in response to calls for service, monitors firefighter s' locations and activities, enters data into the Computer Aided Dispatch system; Enters data, composes, sends and receives information utilizing the NYSPIN system; Operates multi -frequency radio equipment; Dispatches appropriate police or fire personne l and equipment using multi -frequency radio equipment; Operates a multi -line centrex telephone system; Monitors an Intrac Alarm System; Maintains radio contact with all employees in the field; Receives and handles incoming non -emergency calls for service; Receives, handles, assists and routes interdepartmental calls to appropriate area of the department or agency; Establishes and maintains appropriate logs, reports, and records as required; Operates various office equipment; Performs other related work as required. Proof of residency willbe required at time of appointment.o Albany Countyo Rensselaer Countyo Schenectady Countyo Saratoga Countyo Greene Countyo Columbia Countyo Schoharie County City of Albany Competitive Rev: 11/30/05 SEE REVERSE SIDE Telecommunications Specialist - CSC 11 -30-05, Page 1 of 2 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work of a Telecommunications Specialist involves: receiving emergency calls requesting police, fire and emergency medical services, as well as non -emergency calls for service and requests for information.