Director - Public Safety/Director Emergency Communications (9-1-1)
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The Director oversees Centre County’s Emergency Communications department and its 9-1-1 operations. The role directs staff, budgets, policies, and crisis staffing plans; maintains compliance with state regulations; oversees communications equipment; and serves as a liaison for county and community activities related to 9-1-1 functions. The director also reviews bid packages and may serve on committees and task forces as requested.
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Essential Job Functions: 1. Directs overall operation of the Emergency Communications department including, policies, procedures, and guidelines for the department. 2. Directs, supervises, and assigns work to coordinators and all staff. 3. Prepares annual personnel, operations, and capital improvement budgets by monitoring the Centre County 9-1-1 plan and preparing required annual reports. 4. Maintains compliance with state laws and regulations regarding emergency services, health, and safety issues. 5. Advises and/or approves recommendations on specifications for various communication and telephone equipment. 6. Authorizes work schedules and assignments and develops plans for crisis staffing and operations of 9-1-1 center. 7. Reviews bid packages and recommends awards. 8. Oversees all emergency communication equipment to ensure proper maintenance and operation as it pertains to the 9-1-1 center. 9. Acts as liaison between County and community/communication-related activities and organizations pertaining to 9-1-1 functions only. Other Duties: 1. Serves on committees and task forces as requested. 2. Attends meetings and training sessions as required. 3. Performs other job-related duties as required.
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