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ERIE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE 2800 COLUMBUS AVENUE SANDUSKY, OHIO 44870 419-625-7951 https://www.eriecounty.oh.gov/SheriffsOffice.aspx
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Updated: January 13, 2026
Classification: Communications Officer
Erie County Sheriff's Office is building an ongoing eligibility list for Communications Officer.
The department requires the candidate to fill out the PHQ. You can access the questionnaire through your candidate account. NTN suggests completing the PHQ as soon as possible so there is not a delay in your process.
Candidates must also fill out the department application, found at https://www.eriecounty.oh.gov/EmploymentOpportunities.aspx.
Salary Information:
Starting Rate - $22.00/hour
2024 2025 2026
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BASE RATE
Starting Rate $22.00 $22.00 $22.00
After six (6) months 82% of base rate $23.94 $24.67 $25.40
After one (1) year 88% of base rate $25.70 $26.47 $27.26
After two (2) years 94% of base rate $27.45 $28.28 $29.12
After three (3) years 100% of base rate $29.20 $30.08 $30.98
Pay Rates Based on The Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc., Contract; January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2026.
Lateral transfer availability to match base Communications Officers rate with years of full-time experience.
12 HOUR SHIFTS
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Contact Information: Clark Garris419-6327-7581cgarris@eriecounty.oh.gov
Department Information: The Sheriff’s Office consists of three divisions: the Patrol Division, comprised of Patrol Deputy Sheriff’s, Detectives, and Communications Officers. The Jail Division; and the Civil Division.
City Information: Erie County covers 626 square miles. Erie County is conveniently located less than one hour from Cleveland and Toledo and within hours from Columbus, Detroit, Dayton, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Buffalo, Indianapolis, Chicago, and Toronto. It is easily accessible via the Ohio Turnpike, State Route 2, State Route 4, or U.S. Route 250.
Population: 75,828
Age:18Citizenship Required:YesHigh School Grad / GED:YesDriver's License:YesAbility to Read/Speak English:YesPrior Experience:YesSpecific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers: Subject to interview / background investigation Subject to interview / background investigation: Subject to interview / background investigation Drug Use Disqualifiers: Subject to interview / background investigationWORKING CONDITIONS:Job takes place in stressful office setting with no known hazardous environmental or physical working conditions. The Dispatcher is expected to work flexible schedule including some overtime when needed. Under general supervision, the Dispatcher receives telephone calls, dispatches enforcement officers and other emergency response agencies and performs other duties specifically assigned by the Sheriff and/or designee. ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:Dispatch: *Receive calls and dispatch patrol officers by location and availability to accidents, complaints, incidents and general calls.*Receive calls and dispatch EMS, fire departments and other emergency response agencies, as necessary.*Prioritizes calls.*Maintain contact with officers for updating and safety.*Record log information. *Compile and prepare initial complaint report. *Enter warrants into LEADS/NCIC database systems.*Conduct LEADS, CCH and arrest record checks. *Maintain radio and telephone tapes.*Monitor entrances and security devices.*Operate equipment including: 9-1-1 computer, LEADS computer, fire and EMS paging systems, radio, and computer aided dispatch (CAD) system.Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies, as necessary.Compile information and prepare reports, as needed. Clerical: *Record Ohio accident reports.*Maintain geographic file in computer system*Maintain accurate emergency contact numbers for business.*Compile monthly and annual statistical reports.*Answer the telephone, direct calls and take messages.Schedule appointments.Make photocopies. Perform basic typing assignments.File documents.Sort mail.Miscellaneous:Attend meetings and serves on temporary committees, as requested.Determine the need for equipment repair and make appropriate arrangements.Assist with receptionist duties, as needed.*Maintain and increase knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training sessions.Perform additional duties and assignments, as required. * Denotes an essential function of the job. Minimum Qualifications:KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of:
Skill and Ability to:
