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Communications Specialist

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122 SW 7th Street
Topeka, KS 66603-3847
Phone: (785) 296-8091
Fax: (785) 296-7908
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Communications Specialist I Requisition #166607
Opening Date: 08/12/10 Closing Date:  09/02/10
Troop: K - Shawnee Pay Grade: 18
Apply to: Janice Kelly 785-296-8091 $14.30 /hr

Duties: Apply proficient knowledge and competency in the operation of a highly complex, multi-channel, satellite repeater radio system consisting of multiple base and mobile stations. Is capable of receiving and transmitting on frequencies along the whole public safety spectrum in order to maintain continuous contact between Capitol Police Officers, Troopers, other state agencies, local agencies, fire and ambulance personnel and federal agencies in Shawnee county. Must learn and gain proficiency in the use of complex radio codes and phraseology and the proper operation of the sophisticated base stations, coordinating all requests for emergency assistance in an efficient and expedient manner.

Apply proficient knowledge and competency and acquire certification within six months in the operation, interpretation and dissemination of information sent and received from data entry terminals. Terminals are used to apprehend criminals, develop investigative leads, track criminal activity, identify stolen property, identify property subject to seizure for tax liens and felony case forfeitures and drug trafficking information by accessing files from the FBI National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (NLETS) computer system to allow access to mainframe computer systems in each of the 50 states, Canadian provinces, foreign countries and federal agencies to exchange information on a worldwide basis; the Automated Statewide Telecommunications and Records Access (ASTRA) computer to exchange intrastate information and the Kansas Department of Revenue.

Minimum Requirements: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Hearing correctable to a range, that will allow normal radio and telephone conversation with field units and the public. Must successfully pass prescribed hearing, vision and typing tests prior to employment. Must have ability to make rapid independent decisions in a highly stressful environment, accurately type alphabetical and alpha-numerical figures with reasonable speed (40 wpm preferred), get along with all kinds of people and personalities, control emotions and be cognizant of several things/events happening at one time. Must have above average communication skills, able to write and read comprehensively. Must successfully, within 6 months of employment and biannually thereafter, complete and pass a written examination in the practices and procedures of the FBI's NCIC system for mandatory certification. For position specific questions please contact Amy Johnson at 785-368-8081. ADA/EOE/VPE