Communications Specialist I

Business: City of Westminster

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 848-6043

Contact Name: Bethany Zimmerman
Title: HR Analyst
Email: bzimmerman@westminstermd.gov
Website: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=105&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Equipment-Operator-I-or-II-Utility-Line–374

Job Description

Communications Specialist I
Westminster Police Department
City of Westminster

The Westminster Police Department is seeking a full-time Communications Specialist I (Police Dispatcher). This skilled position is responsible for the receipt and processing of emergency and non-emergency calls for public safety services, timely and accurate deployment of police personnel using computer-aided dispatch (CAD).

• Screens visitors, telephone calls, and incoming mail.
• Answers inquiries from local, County, State, and Federal agencies.
• Maintains a record of traffic and parking citations issued and enters and removes warrants.
• Performs NCIC/METERS computer entries.
• Records checks and disbursement of records and reports.
• Posts payments.
• Maintains a filing system of offense reports, accident reports, logs adult and juvenile arrests and car storage information into excel spreadsheet.

Job Requirements

Candidates must have:

A high school diploma or equivalent;
Ability to pass a criminal background investigation;
Ability to complete timely data-entry and to navigate various computer interfaces; and
Possess strong communications and public-relations skills.
Pay Rate: $21.74/hour; Non-Exempt.

Hours: 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)

A comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your dependents, with premiums significantly subsidized by the City
City-paid short- and long-term disability plans
City-paid life insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage
Generous paid leave, including 12 holidays, vacation, personal days, birthday holiday, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
Participation in the Maryland State Pension System
Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with 401(a) City Matching Plan
Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
Free membership to the Westminster Family Fitness Center and the City’s newly renovated municipal pool
A supportive, collaborative workplace focused on professional growth and community impact

The City of Westminster commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. False or misleading statements on this form are grounds for termination of the application process or, if discovered after employment, termination of employment.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, Driver’s Record Check, H.S. Diploma/GED, Sedentary, Physical Required, Drug Test Required, Background Check

Wages per hour: $21.74/hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: YES
Benefits: YES
https://www.westminstermd.gov/138/Human-Resources

Days of Work:
MONDAY 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)  TUESDAY 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)  WEDNESDAY 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)  THURSDAY 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)  FRIDAY 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)
Shift: 40 hours/week; rotating shifts (day and evening)

How to Apply: https://www.westminstermd.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=101&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Communications-Specialist-I-404
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: NO
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 11/30/2025