Overview
Security Communications Specialist Jobs in Lincoln, NE at State of Nebraska
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Hiring Agency:
State Patrol – Agency 64
Location:
Lincoln Job Posting
Hiring Rate:
$20.518
Classification Salary Range:
$20.52 – $29.36
Job Posting:
JR2024-00005138 Security Communications Specialist (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-18-2024
Job Description:
Monitor and operate security equipment including Fire/Life Safety software, Security access and alarm software; write reports and make daily activity log entries; monitor building maintenance and fire systems; dispatch security guards/state troopers to alarms, calls for assistance and coordinate with other agencies 911 call center for medical, fire and law enforcement needs; generate computer reports; produce and issue access cards; change access groups; handle multi-line phone system, field phone calls from the public, state employees, and elected and appointed officials; use the Nebraska Criminal Justice Information Systems (NCJIS) website to obtain Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) records and protection orders; perform the duties of a security guard as needed. (Security guard must be able to walk approximately 5 miles during each shift and have the ability to climb stairs.)
2nd shift, 3:00-11:00 pm with Sun/Mon off. Shift may involve working days, evenings, and nights, along with weekends and holidays as needed for 24-hour coverage.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Training or experience in basic radio communication and/or dispatching.
Preferred Qualifications: One year experience performing emergency security communications or dispatch related duties. Computer Aided Dispatch experience is strongly desired. Minimum of six months hands-on experience operating computers to include but not limited to; entering data, interpreting computer generated reports, running reports, etc. Familiarity with Microsoft software and various computer applications is desirable. Requires certification in first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), or must obtain within first six months of employment.
Other: Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute to your applicant information. Failure to complete all areas of your employment application may result in your application being disqualified from our selection process. Regular and reliable attendance is expected. Applicants will be screened for a record of criminal activity and criminal history using a fingerprint-based check, before a final offer of employment is made. Applicants must be free of felony convictions. Applicants cannot maintain a continuous association or dealings with persons, groups, or organizations that they know, or should know are persons or groups or organizations under criminal investigation or indictment or who have a reputation for present, ongoing involvement in felonious or criminal behavior. Applicant must successfully complete an extensive background screening prior to being employed, which includes completion of a Personal History Questionnaire. Selection process will include an interview.
Knowledge of: basic electronics and communications principles and equipment; agency and state policies, procedures, and guidelines; agency and state security equipment and alarm systems.
Ability to: communicate orally and in writing; make decisions in emergency situations; operate basic personal computers; handle more than one situation at a time; operate agency and state security equipment and alarm systems; comply with uniform requirements.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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Title: Security Communications Specialist
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln, NE
