Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyState Police, Division of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleCommunications Specialist 1 (State Police)

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade12

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Variable

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 12 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 11:30 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Delaware

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 823 State Route 7

The city where the vacancy is located. City Unadilla

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code13849

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Communications Specialists (State Police) provide twenty-four hour a day, seven-day a week communications services to sworn police members and other non-sworn public safety personnel and provide telephone answering/complaint service to the general public. The Communications Specialist (State Police) position is a two-year traineeship leading to a Communications Specialist (State Police), SG-12. The Communications Specialist (State Police) position starts as a Communications Specialist Trainee 1 (State Police), which is equivalent to an SG-8. After successful completion of one (1) year at the Trainee 1 Level, the Communications Specialist (State Police) is advanced to Trainee 2, which is equivalent to an SG-10. Upon successful completion of one (1) year at the Trainee 2 Level, the Communications Specialist (State Police) will then be eligible for advancement to an SG-12. All advancements in the Communications Specialist (State Police) traineeship position are predicated upon satisfactory performance and obtaining the required certifications.

DUTIES

Answer telephone calls for service, both emergency and non-emergency, identify scope and type of assistance needed, and relay information to appropriate personnel for handling.

Apply Emergency Medical Dispatch System when required.

Provide weather and road condition information.

Provide first-line troubleshooting for telephone systems and initiate repairs when required.

Operate and maintain digital tape logging devices utilized in recording radio and telephone transmissions.

Monitor all radio equipment and frequencies in dispatch area.

Operate and understand the technical operation of fixed and mobile communications equipment.

Operate paging systems.

Operate networked and standalone computer equipment, handle problems encountered with computer software and hardware, and initiate repair procedures.

Maintain inventory and repair file databases, and computerized and handwritten logs.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications High school graduate.

Successful completion of a job-related examination.

Must be able to work all hours, holidays and weekends.

(Successful completion of a one-year probation period will result in an automatic promotion to Communications Specialist Trainee 2 (State Police), SG-10. Successful completion of a one-year probation period at the Communications Specialist Trainee 2 (State Police), SG-10, and completed certification in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) and the Basic Communicator Course will result in automatic promotion to Communications Specialist (State Police), SG-12.)

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Starting Salaries:
Trainee 1, SG-8: $49,743.00
Trainee 2, SG-10: $55,322.00
Communications Specialist 1 (State Police), SG-12: $58,370.00

Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Mr. Christopher Siciliano, Director of Human Resources

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-457-3840

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 22

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12226

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingKindly send a letter of intent, complete resume, and proof of education to: personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Place in the Subject line: Comm Spec Troop C

**Please include in the subject line of the email which Troop locations you are interested in.**