• Emergency Communications Officer II

    City of Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, VA)


    

     

    Emergency Communications Officer II

     

    Salary

     

    $23.10 - $24.84 Hourly

     

    Location

     

    Harrisonburg, VA

     

    Job Type

     

    Part-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    6502 - (June 2025)

     

    Department

     

    Emergency Communications Center

     

    Opening Date

     

    06/30/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Continuous

    FLSA

    Non-Exempt

     

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    Description

    The Harrisonburg-Rockingham Emergency Communications Center (HRECC) is currently seeking experienced Emergency Communications Officers (ECO II) for part-time opportunities, which require a minimum commitment of 32 hours per month. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today for consideration!

     

    These particular ECO II positions are part-time (no benefits) with a preferred hiring range from $23.10 - $24.84 per hour; however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy.

     

    As a part-time ECO II, your duties will encompass a wide arra y of responsibilities, including receiving, classifying, processing, and dispatching emergency service calls. For non-emergency service calls, you'll be responsible for rec eiving, recording, and forwarding them appropriately. Maintaining and preparing computerized and other records and files is also a key aspect of the job.

     

    A full list of essential functions and the ideal candidates' knowledge, skills, and abilities is available in the class specification for this position (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012296?keywords=5502&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

    Minimum Qualifications

    + High school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in the field of public safety communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

    + Experience in a multi-disciplinary emergency communications center.

    + Released on at least two specialties (call taking, law enforcement dispatching, or fire and rescue dispatching).

    + Availability to work at least 32 hours per month.

    + Possession of or the ability to acquire the following within the timelines specified:

    + VCIN Level B Operator (within 3 months)

    + DCJS Basic Communicator Certification (within 12 months)

    + Powerphone Total Response Certification (within 3 months)

    + CPR (within 3 months)

    + Any employee of the HRECC may be called upon to work over the scheduled shift or hours, as needed.

    + Click here to view the physical requirements of this position. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012296?keywords=5502&pagetype=classSpecifications)

    The following pre-employment screenings must be successfully completed with satisfactory results for this position:

    + Industry-Specific Post-Offer Physical Exam;

    + DMV Driving History Query;

    + Drug Screen;

    + Psychological Evaluation;

    + Criminal Background Investigation, including VCIN Fingerprinting.

     

    HRECC employees are subject to random drug/alcohol screenings.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 06/30/2025)

     

    There are two additional documents (the Personal History Statement and Authorization for Release of Personal Information) required for consideration that have been built into the online employment application via the supplemental questionnaire. You may view the instructions page here for the supplemental questionnaire. (https://s3.amazonaws.com/tsresources.targetsolutions.com/133791ED-FFC6-4B39-8117-7DA9B32D25AE.pdf) Once you submit your complete online employment application , you will have satisfied this requirement.

     

    The City provides an excellent full-time employee benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

     

    The City of Harrisonburg & the HRECC are Equal Opportunity Employers.

     

    Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the City's website (https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/benefits-and-compensation) .