Overnight Communications Specialist

Kemper Development Company, located in the heart of Downtown Bellevue, is a family-owned and fifth-generation company. Building community and fostering cultural growth has been a legacy of the Freeman family for over seven decades. This dedication to the betterment of Bellevue as a place to live and work and the creation of community-centric developments has and will always be the hallmark of the Freeman family and Kemper Development Company. We are currently looking for individuals that have a strong work ethic that upholds the values and goals of the company by performing their job to the best of their ability. You will be a great candidate if you are dependable, respectful, productive, and a good team player. # DEFINITION Under general supervision, Communication Specialists, “Dispatchers”, perform clerical work for the Security Department involving the operation of radio, telephones, computerized and electronic communications equipment at The Bellevue Collection and Kemper Development Company properties. Incumbents are assigned to particular shifts and may have to work varying or rotating shifts. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Communications Sergeant who reports to the Assistant Manager and Senior Security Manager in charge of Communications. # DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Employees in this classification perform operating level duties as licensed security/communication officers on a 24‐hour‐a‐day, 7‐day‐per‐week basis, typically working five [5] eight [8] hour shifts totaling 40 hours per week, with overtime required at times*. (Attendance is a significant consideration in this job.)* Work varies, but is generally governed by department rules, regulations, and operating procedures, with job performance reviewed regularly by the Security Communications Manager. The Communication Specialist are expected to act with a great deal of independence and initiative in daily performance of their duties, continuously demonstrating and maintaining proficiency in all security related tasks, while working in harmony with fellow employees and fostering teamwork whenever possible. The Communication Specialist will be tested on their knowledge and asked to demonstrate certain skills at regular intervals. # # ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES Hardworking | Reliable | Customer Service Oriented | Honest | Teamwork | Intelligent | Proactive | Upbeat | Confident | Detail Oriented | Logical | Compassionate | Helpful | Thoughtful | Open minded | Results‐ oriented | Diplomatic | Perceptive | Sound Judgment | Ethical # KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS - Must successfully complete the following training programs: 1. Pre‐assignment security tapes 2. Safety orientation, MSDS program and emergency evacuation, etc. 1. PSTN tape series – Disc#1, chapter 2/4, Disc# 2, chapter 7/8 Disc #3, chapter 9/10 2. Blood borne pathogen. 3. CPR / First Aid & AED 4. Fire Extinguisher and response training 5. Computer training – Microsoft Office, Perspective, merge digital photographs, print reports, etc. 6. Verbal Judo tape series 7. Control Room / Dispatcher training / 911 procedures 8. Optional Training – flagging in order to work special events. - Proficient in English language is required. - Ability to maintain composure and make appropriate decisions when reacting to a variety of situations that may involve the safety of persons and property. - Ability to determine priorities among simultaneous requests and messages. - Ability to transcribe radio and telephone messages quickly and accurately. - Ability to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision. - Ability to meet and deal with the public in a tactful, professional manner. - Ability to accurately remember details. - Ability to learn new procedures and adapt existing ones to new situations. - Ability to follow oral and written instructions. - Ability to type at a reasonable speed with accuracy. - Ability to establish and maintain effective, cordial, working relationships. - Considerable knowledge…