Apopka Police Hiring 911 Communication Technicians

The Apopka Police Department is hiring 911 Communication Technicians for its 911 Communication Center. These technicians serve as the critical link between citizens needing emergency assistance and responders across the city.

The starting pay for a Communication Technician is $24.29 per hour, with experience-based pay ranging up to $37.41 per hour. New hires receive a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Employees receive annual pay re-evaluations and merit increases of up to 6% based on performance.

Full-time employees accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1.38 hours per week in their first year, increasing to 2.77 hours per week after one year of service. Employees with five or more years of service earn additional PTO, from 16 hours after five years to 80 hours after 25 years.

The City of Apopka also provides employees with a pension plan, a no-cost health and wellness center for employees and their dependents, and a $30,000 life insurance policy (plus an additional $30,000 for accidental death and dismemberment), all city-paid. The city covers 100% of employee health premiums, with dependent coverage and dental insurance available. An Employee Assistance Program is offered at no cost.