What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Technician Trainee - Chief Technician JOB 2193 position at Missouri State Highway Patrol - Communications Division?
TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN TRAINEE - CHIEF TECHNICIAN
(Infrastructure Support Unit)
DESCRIPTION: A Communications Technician position exists within the Missouri State Highway Patrol's Communications Division. The official domicile for this position is Jefferson City, Missouri. The person selected for this position will be required to be a resident of Missouri at the time of appointment and live within 50 nautical miles of the assigned Troop Headquarters. This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Click HEREto view our employee benefits.
POSITION SUMMARY: This is an entry-level position assigned to General Headquarters and domiciled at any of the troop headquarters. An individual in this position learns and receives direction in the fundamentals of proper installation, repair, functionality and maintenance of the Patrol or MOSWIN (Missouri Statewide Interoperability Network) base stations, master sites, dispatch consoles and mobile radio equipment located in the assigned district. Work is performed under the close oversight of a designated supervisor who reviews work both during and upon completion.
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QUALIFICATIONS: The following represents the minimum qualifications used to accept applicants, provided that equivalent substitution will be permitted in case of deficiencies in either experience or education.
Please see individual job descriptions of a Communications Technician Trainee, I, II, III, Assistant Chief Technician, and Chief Technician in the Infrastructure Support Unit.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least twenty-one years of age at the time of appointment.
Must be a resident of Missouri at time of appointment.
Must possess or obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must be of good character and never been convicted of a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude.
Must successfully complete an eighteen-month training period within the ISU.
Per General Order 26-07, uniformed civilian employees will not have tattoos or brands on the head, neck, wrists, or hands. The sole exception is that one traditional band style ring tattoo may be displayed on a single finger. Any such ring tattoo will not extend beyond the proximal phalanx. Tattoos and/or brands on any other part of a member or uniformed civilian’s body, which would be visible during movements in the performance of their duties while wearing any official uniform or civilian attire, will be completely covered and not visible while on duty.
SALARY RANGE (Semi-monthly): The minimum starting salary is $2,182.00; however, salary may be commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Individuals, including current Patrol employees, interested in this position must visit our website at https://statepatrol.dps.mo.gov/to complete and submit an applicationprior to the application deadline. Applicants with the necessary educational qualifications must also upload a copy of their college transcripts to the online application system. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Individuals who have previously completed an application must access their profile in the system to re-apply.
Interviews will be scheduled as applications are reviewed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Final selection may be based upon several factors, e.g., results of an oral interview, written examination or exercise, review of past work performance, performance evaluations, and/or candidate’s possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed necessary for successful performance in the job.
Once a job offer has been made, employment with the Missouri State Highway Patrol is contingent upon the successful results of a background investigation and Patrol administered drug test. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is a Drug Free Workplace.
Some Patrol duties relate to criminal activity. Therefore, employees may be exposed to written material, photographs, and/or verbal language of a sexual nature. The requirements of this position are not intended to create a hostile work environment; however, it is work of an extremely sensitive nature. A copy of the Missouri State Highway Patrol policy on sexual harassment is available upon request.
To be eligible for employment with the Patrol, applicants must meet all dress and appearance requirements. Click HEREfor more details about dress and appearance requirements.
EEO STATEMENT: The Missouri State Highway Patrol is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,364.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,182