Communications Officer
Summary
Title:Communications Officer
ID:1008
Location:Cape Girardeau
Department:3010 - POLICE
Salary Range:$18.58
Description

*NOW HIRING*

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER City of Cape Girardeau Police Department

Are you calm under pressure, quick-thinking, and committed to public safety? The City of Cape Girardeau is hiring a Communications Officer to join our team of emergency dispatch professionals. As the vital link between citizens and first responders, you’ll play a key role in helping save lives and protect our community.


♦PAY & BENEFITS

♦Hourly Pay: $18.58

♦BENEFITS INCLUDE (valued at $19,552/year)

  • 12 paid holidays/year
  • 96 hrs vacation & 96 hrs sick leave/year
  • 2 personal days/year
  • City-paid health & dental insurance (employee only)
  • City-paid life insurance (up to $50,000)
  • Optional vision and supplemental life
  • Missouri LAGERS retirement (City-paid)


♦YOUR ROLE

As a Communications Officer, you'll:

  • Answer & dispatch 911 emergency calls
  • Assist callers during medical, fire, and police emergencies
  • Monitor radio traffic and citywide surveillance systems
  • Track unit locations using CAD systems
  • Support jail security operations
  • Stay calm and professional during high-stress events


♦REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent
No felony convictions
Certification by Missouri State Highway Patrol within 1 year
Willingness to meet ongoing education requirements

Preferred: Experience as a public safety dispatcher

♦APPLICATION PROCESS
Written exam + Same-day interview (by invitation)
Final candidates must pass pre-employment drug test, background check, physical exam, and psychological evaluation.
Only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.

♦READY TO SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY?
Join a team that makes a real impact every day.
Apply today and make a difference!

City of Cape Girardeau
EOE | ADA Compliant | M/F/V


 

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