Communications Officer 1, 2, or 3

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Job Posting Title:

Communications Officer 1, 2, or 3

   

Position Type:

Classified

   

Department:

LSUAM FA - CSPER - Police - Spprt - Train - Support (Thomas B Schiebe (00007938))

   

Work Location:

0101 University Public Safety Building

   

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

This position is a non-commissioned law enforcement position in which the incumbent serves as a Communications Officer in the Communications Unit of the LSU Police Department.

Job Duties:

20%- Provides constant contact communication services, and accesses sensitive LE information for the department, other LE agencies, or authorized personnel. Operates/monitors multiple radio, computer, and telecommunications equipment specific to the LSU Police Department. Uses surveillance camera system for LSU PD specific, campus-wide, and satellite locations to assist responding units.

20%- Maintains proficiency as LLTES Operator. Utilizes information from NCIC/LSU PD/ local/ state/ federal agencies. Monitors fire/burglar alarms, the status of field personnel by radio, and dispatching LE personnel to related situations. Conducts confidential inquiries into highly sensitive computerized files. Communications Officer 2: Conducts confidential inquiries into highly sensitive computerized files. Communications Officer 3: Trains subordinates on communications-related training.

20%- Routinely accesses the Radio System, University Mainframe Database, and RMS/CAD. Receives, analyzes, prioritizes, and initiates a response to complaints/incidents requiring immediate attention. Receives information by telephone/teletype/2-way radio, and transmits to appropriate personnel.

20%- Receives/transmits information on motor vehicle accidents/fatalities/ hazardous conditions. Processes driver's license ID, motor vehicle title/registration ID, wanted/missing persons ID, stolen property ID, criminal history info, and wrecker/ambulance services. Assists walk-ins on emergency medical/police situations, complaints, directions, lost/found, report requests, background, and other related matters.

15%- Reports directly to the Communications Unit Sergeant or supervisor of a higher rank. Assigned to the Communications Unit of the LSU Police Department. Serves primarily as a communications radio/ computer dispatcher in contact communication with law enforcement officials, parking and traffic officials, and civilians. Communications Officer 3: Trains lower-level Communications Officers and manages projects as assigned by the supervisor.

5%- Assist with traffic control/direction for sporting events or other large special events on campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

Communications Officer 1
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Six months of experience in transmitting and receiving message by radio or clerical work. 

SUBSTITUTIONS: 
Training in a business or clerical-related curriculum in a business school or technical institute will substitute for the required experience on the basis of six months of training for six months of experience.

College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of 15 semester hours for six months of experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
All persons appointed to this job will be required by the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Louisiana State Police Terminal Operator Certification Program Guidelines to mee