Become A Dispatcher

Description

• This position dispatches police, sheriff, and fire units to emergencies using a Computer Aided Dispatch System
• receives and extracts information of an emergency nature including
  • caller information
  • nature of emergency
  • location
  • phone number
• Receives and processes complaints, assistance, and information requests from the public by either referring the party to the appropriate division or department or supplying the information
• Perform entry, update, retrieval, and documentation from various files available via the NLETS/TLETS system

 Requirements

• Requires the ability to operate a computer terminal/printer and telecommunications device for the deaf.
• Ability to perform all telephone communications and dispatching of police, sheriff, and fire units preferred. Must type 35 WPM
• Must have the ability to learn the geographic features and streets within the area served
• Make independent decisions involving sensitive situations
• Maintain confidentiality
• Give emergency medical procedures by way of telephone including CPR
• Work well under pressure
• Exercise good judgment
• Make sound decisions in emergency situations
• Graduation from high school or equivalent required

Salary and Benefits

• $1,945.00 per month, paid semi-monthly
• Texas Municipal Retirement system -Employee pays 7% and the City matches 2 to 1.
• Medical, Dental, and Term Life insurance.
• Cafeteria plan available.
• Voluntary deferred compensation programs.
• Ten paid holidays per year.
• Vacation/holiday pay.
• Sick leave accrues at 6.66 hours per month.
• Wellness Program
• Credit Union