City of Perrysburg
201 West Indiana Avenue
Perrysburg, Ohio 43551
Phone: (419) 872-7870

Position Title: Communications Officer (Entry Level)
Salary: $26.47 per hour

Job Description
The City of Perrysburg is currently accepting applications for an Entry Level Communications Officer. Applicants must complete a City employment application and take the National Testing Network (NTN) test for Emergency Communications, along with a typing test and ECOMM computer simulations.

Veterans with an honorable discharge can receive a 5% addition to their passing score by submitting a DD214 form.

Summary of Duties:
Under the supervision of the Support Services Manager and Shift Supervisor, the Communications Officer handles radio, telephone, data communications, and clerical duties within the Police Division. Responsibilities include operating the base radio console to dispatch safety services (Police & Fire), operating LEADS terminals for verifying vehicle and personal data, maintaining records of calls, and monitoring radio frequencies. The officer also interacts with the public, provides directions, and activates emergency systems like the Severe Weather Siren and Mass Contact Notification System.

Communications Officers must be available for varied hours, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-ins. Regular attendance is essential, and the position is designated as "Non-Exempt" under the Fair Labor Standards Act, entitling officers to overtime or compensatory time.

Essential Functions:

Answer and record calls, addressing public inquiries about issues and events
Dispatch safety services and coordinate backup when needed
Operate LEADS terminals for vehicle, driver, and record verification
Maintain logs and records for police and fire personnel
Monitor and dispatch for Police, Fire, and other City Divisions
Provide information on special events and community directions
Assist police officers with processing female prisoners when needed
Activate emergency weather alert systems
Other Responsibilities:
Perform any additional duties as assigned by the appropriate authority.

Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Combination of education and experience providing relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities
Required Certifications:

LEADS certification and National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) training (ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800)*
Skills and Abilities:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to use sound judgment, remain calm under stress, and respond to unusual situations
Proficient in typing and data organization
Skill in problem definition, data collection, and drawing valid conclusions
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and effective public interactions
Supplemental Information
To qualify, applicants must pass the NTN test for Emergency Communications and complete a City of Perrysburg employment application. Additional requirements for consideration include:

Background investigation and assessment
Structured oral interview
Medical examination and drug screening
Psychological evaluation
The City of Perrysburg is an equal opportunity employer.