Central communications is an integral part of all field operations. Radio Operators are responsible for information gathering, prioritizing and dispatching calls on an ongoing basis utilizing a computerized base station. Operators will be required to perform vehicle license checks utilizing information from TAMIS, TLC's database, and the Department of Motor Vehicle's database and relay this information back to the field units. Operators will also be responsible for maintaining the activity log for their particular channel and for logging all incoming calls from field units and any and all emergency calls.


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Please go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 700339 or click the "Apply" button below.

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Work Location:
24-55 Bklyn Qns Expy
Woodside, NY

OPERATIONS COMMUNICATION SPECI - 20271

1. Six months of full-time satisfactory experience operating two-way radio equipment involving the extensive receiving, logging and sending or radio transmissions in English (Citizen Band radio experience is not acceptable); or

2. Six months of full-time satisfactory experience as a telephone dispatcher involving the extensive receiving, logging and sending of messages in English (telephone operator experience is not acceptable).

Special Note
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have at least two years of experience in Assignment Level I.

One year of experience dealing with the public, including the obtaining of information from persons. Must have a clear, strong speaking voice. Must be computer literate. Able to keep detailed notes. Able to work under pressure and multi task.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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