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JOB TITLE: Public Safety Communications Manager
Under limited supervision, the Public Safety Communications Manager oversees the administration and operations of the Converse County Joint Communications Center (CCJCC). This position provides leadership and strategic direction to ensure effective and efficient dispatch services for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services throughout Converse County.
The Manager is responsible for supervising personnel, managing operational systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing budgets, and maintaining high standards of public safety communications services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive:
Operations & Leadership
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
One of the following:
Licensing & Certification Requirements
Special Conditions
Physical Requirements
Physical activities may include lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing, pulling, standing, sitting, bending, walking, squatting, reaching, and extended periods of desk work. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals with disabilities.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Douglas, WY$88K - $94K / yearPosted 1 weeks ago
Full-timeonsitemanager
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Public Safety Communications Manager
DEPARTMENT: Joint Communications
REPORTS TO: Joint Powers Board
STATUS: Full-Time
CLASSIFICATION: Salaried, Exempt
FUNDED BY: County / City
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $88,000 - 94,000, DOE
JOB SUMMARY
Under limited supervision, the Public Safety Communications Manager oversees the administration and operations of the Converse County Joint Communications Center (CCJCC). This position provides leadership and strategic direction to ensure effective and efficient dispatch services for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services throughout Converse County.The Manager is responsible for supervising personnel, managing operational systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing budgets, and maintaining high standards of public safety communications services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive:
Operations & Leadership
- Direct and oversee dispatch services for law enforcement, fire, and EMS agencies within Converse County.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure efficient operation of all emergency communications functions.
- Coordinate services to meet the needs of multiple user agencies.
- Stay current on emerging trends and innovations in public safety communications.
- Hire, supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel.
- Address performance issues and conduct regular staff meetings.
- Oversee training initiatives and ensure compliance with P.O.S.T. certification requirements.
- Approve timesheets and manage scheduling, including alternative work schedules.
- Maintain required state and federal licenses, including Federal Radio Licenses and E-911 compliance.
- Oversee NCIC utilization and ensure compliance for all user agencies.
- Manage communication center systems, including Spillman FLEX, EVENTIDE, Emergency Call Works (ECW), CCTV systems, and related technologies.
- Ensure proper evidence handling and chain of custody for recordings and documentation.
- Provide records for court proceedings and testify when required.
- Prepare, manage, and monitor the department budget.
- Forecast future budgetary needs related to staffing, equipment, and materials.
- Approve purchases and authorize invoices.
- Prepare operational, financial, and statistical reports.
- Serve as liaison to the Advisory Board, Joint Powers Board, public safety agencies, and community groups.
- Participate in relevant state and community committees.
- Handle all citizen complaints and work towards resolution.
- Represent the Communications Center professionally in all public interactions.
- Follow all applicable safety procedures and report incidents as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
- Thorough knowledge of 9-1-1 operations, radio systems management, public safety deployment, scheduling models, and budget impacts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial management systems.
- Working knowledge of database concepts and data analysis.
- Strong project management capabilities.
- Ability to prepare and manage complex departmental budgets.
- Ability to establish and maintain training, safety, and maintenance programs.
- Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures effectively.
One of the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred), OR
- Associate’s Degree in communications, criminal justice, management, or a related field, OR
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public safety communications, including supervisory or lead experience.
- Valid Wyoming Driver’s License (or ability to obtain).
- P.O.S.T. Communication Certification within 6 months of hire.
- This position is on-call 24/7.
- Must carry a personal communication device at all times in accordance with policy.
Physical activities may include lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing, pulling, standing, sitting, bending, walking, squatting, reaching, and extended periods of desk work. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for individuals with disabilities.