Play a Critical Role in Assisting Police
Police Communications Technicians (911 operators/radio dispatchers) are assigned to the department's Communications Section as 911 emergency call takers. They serve as radio dispatchers of police resources and perform all other clerical and administrative duties related to the provision of emergency service.
Police communications technicians are required to work shifts, including evenings or night tours and/or Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. There is per-shift pay as well as night-shift pay differential.
Starting salary ranges from $39,329 to $45,228. Potential maximum salary of $53,251 after 3 years of service.
Candidates must:
This position is subject to a series of investigations before appointment. At the time of investigation, you will be required to pay a $75 fee for fingerprint screening.
Medical and psychological guidelines have been established for this position. You will be examined to determine whether you can perform the essential functions of being a Police Communications Technician.
You must pass a drug screening to be appointed.
You must be able to understand and be understood in English.
Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with the City of New York.
The New York City Police Department is currently hiring for the title of Police Communications Technicians on a provisional basis from 1/13/2021 to 02/26/2021.
Candidates must take and pass the Civil Service Examination for Police Communication Technician.
Currently there is no scheduled civil service exam for Police Communications Technician.
To apply for and take a self-scheduled exam at the DCAS Computer-based Testing and Applications Centers (CTACs), you must log must CREATE AN ONLINE ACCOUNT. To create your OAS account, you will need to provide your name, address, social security number, email address and choose a user ID and password.
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Recruiters are generally available on weekdays between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM.