Communications Technician (Police Dispatcher) - City of Leesburg

This is responsible work in the operation of a communications system and associated equipment for the Leesburg Police Department. Work involves responsibility for the receipt and transmissions of radio, telephone, teletype, and computer messages, and for dispatching police vehicles and coordinating and disseminating fire, rescue, emergency, and related law enforcement information on an assigned shift. Work also includes the performance of related record keeping tasks. Initially, work is performed under close supervision, however, after an initial training period, employees are expected to work independently. Work is reviewed by observation and examination of records for conformance with standard operating procedures and quality of communications services provided.

Selected candidates will join a full-service Virginia law enforcement agency that emphasizes the philosophies of community policing and provides proactive crime prevention programs. Leesburg, hometown of the 21st century, is located 35 miles west of the nation's capital and enjoys vibrant and authentic community with a population of more than 50,000 residents. The Town strongly encourages innovation, promotes career development, and offers excellent benefits to employees, including membership to the Town's full-service recreation center, retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System and ICMA-RC, affordable health insurance, and numerous other fringe benefits.
 
 Career Development Program
The Leesburg Police Department offers a career development program. The purpose of the program is to recognize and compensate individuals who have acquired additional or advance work related knowledge, skills and abilities during their career with the Leesburg Police Department. This program provides a career development plan based on an employee's performance, training, and length of service.