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Roselle Police Department

103 S. Prospect Street

Roselle, IL  60172

Phone: 630-671-2804

Fax: 630-980-8558  

E-mail: jcalvert@roselle.il.us
Website: www.roselle.il.us

Salary: $37,919 - $52,988

Population: 23,115 

Sworn Officers: 36 

Application Deadline: 2/15/08

TELECOMMUNICATOR

$37,919 – $52,988 Annually

Applications will be accepted at:

Village Hall

31 S. Prospect Street

Roselle, Illinois 60172

Until 5 p.m. on Friday, February 15

Selection will be by review of qualifications, skills and oral interview.

Duties include:

• Receiving and transmitting police, fire and rescue service messages

• Coordinating activities of police and fire units by providing information and direction

• Monitoring alarm systems

• Operating multiple computer systems including LEADS computer terminal, E911, CAD

• Record-keeping and clerical duties, which requires proficiency in basic word processing and spreadsheet functions

• Emphasis is placed on providing quality public safety services through involvement with the public and requires the handling of confidential materials

Employees must be able to work 12-hours shifts, including weekends and holidays.

The starting salary* is approximately $37,919, (contract is currently in negotiations) plus excellent benefits and paid overtime opportunities.  * Salary – Based upon experience, new hires may start at higher step with approval.

Upon receiving a conditional offer, candidates should be prepared to take a psychological and polygraph examination, physical and drug screen, and undergo a thorough background investigation.
 

• Graduation from high school or equivalent

• Some experience involving public contact OR

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

   

  • Knowledge of the geography of the Village, the location of important buildings, and the street system and/or ability to quickly acquire them

  • Ability to learn operating requirements and techniques of police communications equipment and computer terminals within a reasonable training period

  • Ability to acquire basic knowledge of police procedures within a reasonable training period

  • Ability to cope with crisis and non-crisis situations with accuracy and in a calm and efficient manner

  • Ability to greet the public in a professional manner both in person and by telephone

  • Ability to answer and transmit calls and questions with a clear, well-modulated voice

  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

  • Skill in the use of a keyboard

• EMD and LEADS certification a plus
   

RESIDENCY

There is no residency requirement, however, among equally qualified applicants, preference will be given to Roselle residents.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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