Hampton - Full-Time Police Communications Specialist

Job Announcement

HAMPTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police Dispatcher

The Hampton Police Department is seeking an experienced Police Dispatcher for the position of Full-Time Communications Specialist. The community of Hampton is a tourist destination located along the beautiful New Hampshire seacoast. Our agency serves a year round population of 15,000 residents that increases to over 100,000 during the busy summer months.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team consisting of 9 civilians who support 39 full-time sworn officers and over 20 part-time sworn officers. Our dispatch center is located within the Police Department at Hampton Beach. We are a 24-hour operation that is fast-paced and multi-functioning. Candidates should have strong communication skills, possess the ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively while under pressure, and have basic phone, radio, and computer skills. Qualified candidates  who speak a second language are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Drivers License
• Prior public safety dispatching experience preferred but not required

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Hiring Process (May Include)

• Interview (Dates TBD)
• Polygraph Exam
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Background Investigation

Schedule

• 40 Hours per week, plus overtime opportunities: 4 days on 2 days off - Rotating shifts, Nights, Weekends and Holidays
• Shifts include 8a-4p, 4p-12p, 12p-8a
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The Hampton Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to aazarian@hamptonpd.com

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

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