Communications Dispatch Officer at City of Marysville (OH) – Marysville, Ohio

The City of Marysville is currently hiring a Communications Dispatch Officer (CDO). The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, be able to think quickly and respond to multiple tasks simultaneously, and have a strong customer service orientation. Candidates should also have a good understanding of geography and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

This position is technical in nature and relies on communication skills to perform the responsibilities. Dispatch Officers are generally scheduled 40 hours a week, with some periodic overtime. May be required to work weekends, rotating shifts, or holidays.

• Answering incoming calls from business and emergency telephone lines
• Radio dispatching
• Clerical work
• Operation of communication equipment

• High School graduate.
• 18 years of age at time of appointment.
• Must have the ability to become and remain LEADS Certified to run Inquiry and Complete Criminal History (CCH).
• Valid Ohio driver's license with a good driving record.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of basic software packages (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, and G Suite).
• Prior law enforcement experience is a plus.

Please see the attached Performance Plan for a full job description: Communications Dispatch Officer Performance Plan

Starting pay rate is $26.10 per hour. With a strong benefits package.

Interested candidates must submit an application no later than Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 3 pm.

All eligible candidates will receive an email link to a mandatory Civil Service Test for this position. Testing must be completed by Friday, August 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM.

The City of Marysville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free workplace.