Alpharetta Accepting Applications For 911 Communications Officer

ALPHARETTA, GA— The Alpharetta Department of Public Safety has announced it is accepting applications for the position of 911 communications officer until Feb. 28. Candidates must be at least 18 years old.

According to the department, the job requires a candidate who has good communication skills, can calm callers and gather necessary information and relay it to emergency responders. The full-time job pays $38,925.30 for non-certified candidates and between $40,974 and $45,217.12 for certified candidates and based on experience and education. There also is overtime.

The job description states that the 911 communications officer will work under the direction of the communications shift supervisor and will receive and evaluate calls from the public concerning crimes, fires and medical emergencies. The officer then will evaluate the calls for proper action and initiate a response from the police or fire department.

An understanding of the police and fire department's procedures and policies and knowledge of local geography are considered minimum requirements for the job.

Those interested in learning more about the position, or finding an application, can do so online.