Top 33 Police Jobs in Houston, Tx

911 Emergency Dispatcher 07/24
Cy-Fair FD —Houston, TX
- $25.43 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Sheriff Deputy Cadet (Basic Peace Officer BPOC)
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office —Houston, TX
- Multiple hires
- Military
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Cadet
City of Missouri City, TX —Missouri City, TX
- $54,750 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Police Officer
Texas Medical Center —Houston, TX
- $33.92 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
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Police Sergeant
University of Houston-Downtown —Houston, TX
- $80,034 - $83,374 a year
- Overtime
- 7 years
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
911 Senior Police Telecommunicator (SPTC)
City of Houston, TX —Houston, TX
- $25.25 - $27.37 an hour
- Overtime
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
POLICE OFFICER
CITY OF BELLAIRE —Bellaire, TX
- $34.65 - $46.78 an hour
- Full-time
- 21 years or older
- Cleaning
- Fingerprint clearance
Police Corporal
University of Houston-Downtown —Houston, TX
- $75,626 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Special Agent (Police) - Houston, TX 1
BNSF Railway —Houston, TX
- $92,000 - $101,200 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Police Officer
University of Houston-Clear Lake —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Telecommuncations Officer- 911 Dispatcher
City of Stafford —Stafford, TX
- $48,300 - $52,164 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Windows
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Police Officer, UT Police Department
UTHealth Houston —Houston, TX
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
Specialist-Police Dept.
Spring Independent School District —Houston, TX
- $39,776 - $46,791 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Mid-level
- Office
Police Officer (Certified/Lateral)
City of Missouri City, TX —Missouri City, TX
- $72,961 - $84,612 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Police Officer - TCOLE Certified or Current Cadet
City of Webster Police Department —Webster, TX
- $36.46 - $41.25 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Police Officer
Houston Christian University —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Police Dispatcher
Texas Southern University —Houston, TX
- $16.74 - $21.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
Telecommunications Operator - Police Department - School Year 2026-2027
Spring Branch ISD —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
UST Police Officer - Police Department
University of St. Thomas —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Police Officer
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District —Cypress, TX
- $30.18 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs

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911 Emergency Dispatcher 07/24

Cy-Fair FD
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$25.43 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Health savings account
457(b)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Customer communication
National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700)
BLS Certification
Employee relationship building
Emergency medical dispatch
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Cy-Fair Fire Department

Harris County ESD #9

Vacancy Announcement

911 Emergency Dispatcher Full-Time

Announcement Opening: July 24, 2026

The Cy-Fair Fire Department is seeking highly motivated and professional individuals to serve as 911 Emergency Dispatchers within the Communications Division. This position plays a critical role in supporting emergency operations by receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service while providing exceptional customer service to the public and operational support to fire and EMS personnel.

Reporting to the Dispatch Supervisor, the 911 Emergency Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating emergency communications, monitoring radio traffic, maintaining situational awareness of active incidents, and ensuring timely and accurate deployment of emergency resources. The position is classified as a full-time non-exempt position.

To Apply: Visit Cy-Fair Fire Department, TX | Official Website and click on the Join Our Team tab/Career.

Title: Dispatcher

Selection: Selected by the District Chief - Communications and Approved by the Assistant Chief - Administration

Reports to: Dispatch Supervisor

Positions Supervised: N/A

Pay Rate: $25.43 per hour + .20 per year for longevity

Hourly Education Pay:

Associate’s Degree: $.55
Bachelor’s Degree: $.83
Master’s/Doctorate Degree: $1.10

Additional Compensation:

Language Pay: $.83 per hour

Schedule: 12-hour shift assignments, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency staffing situations. Personnel must be available to work alternate schedules as operational needs require.

Annual Leave:

80 Hours Vacation* /80 Hours Sick / 80 Hours Holiday

Accrual increases every 2 or 3 years, depending on length of service

Retirement:

TCDRS 7% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution
457B Voluntary retirement account, Department contribution matches up to 3%

Insurance:

Medical

Currently through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- PPO HSA $5,000: The Department covers 100% of the employee premium and 90% of the family.
The department makes a quarterly contribution towards the HSA account.

Dental and Vision

Currently through Guardian
The Department covers 90% of the employee premium and 70% for family.

Short- and Long-Term Disability:

Currently through Guardian
The Department pays 100% of the premium.

Life Insurance- $50,000 policy

The Department pays 100% of the premium.

Supplemental Insurance:

The Department partners with Aflac for supplemental insurance. This is available for purchase by the employee. Additional Life insurance is available for purchase by the employee.

Key Responsibilities:

Receive, prioritize, and process emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
Dispatch fire, EMS, and related emergency resources using Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems.
Operate multi-frequency radio communications systems and maintain continuous monitoring of emergency radio traffic.
Coordinate communications between field personnel, incident commanders, hospitals, public safety agencies, utilities, and other partner organizations.
Monitor unit status and resource availability to ensure efficient emergency response coverage.
Maintain accurate and complete records of dispatch activities, incident information, and unit assignments.
Provide calm, professional, and compassionate assistance to callers during emergency situations.
Monitor tactical channels and process requests from on-scene personnel and command staff.
Maintain communications center equipment, supplies, and operational readiness.
Complete required Greater Harris County 911 training and maintain all required certifications.
Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and administrative records as required.
Maintain a secure, professional, and efficient communications center environment.
Support departmental goals through teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) and Emergency Fire Dispatcher (EFD) certifications through the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED).

Qualifications:

Minimum 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Preference given to candidates with at least one (1) year of public safety experience.
Valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
Current American Heart Association CPR Certification or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
Completion of NIMS ICS-100, 200, 700, and 800, or ability to obtain during the probationary period.

Cy-Fair FD has the right to consider any combination of education and experience in determining an individual’s qualification for this position.

Desired Skills & Abilities:

Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills.
Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during high-stress situations.
Strong customer service and conflict-resolution abilities.
Proficiency in computer systems, data entry, and dispatch software applications.
Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to quickly gather, analyze, and relay critical information.
Knowledge of local geography, streets, landmarks, and response districts.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
Demonstrated dependability, adaptability, and commitment to public service.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work is performed primarily within a secure communications center.
Approximately 90% of work is performed in a seated position utilizing computer and communications equipment.
Must be capable of working extended shifts while continuously monitoring multiple information sources.
Must be able to wear a communications headset for extended periods.
Requires the ability to hear, speak, read, and process information accurately and efficiently.
Must maintain the physical and mental fitness necessary to perform assigned duties.

It is the policy of the Cy-Fair Fire Department to subject all applicants to the following:

Medical physical, and drug testing
Background Screening includes criminal record search, employment verification, sanction screening (NHDB), sex offender registry search

Perform daily duties to maintain Communications center, such as but not limited to:

Empty trash
Vacuum
Dust
Clean workstations
Clean break room and kitchen
Sleeping will NOT be permitted while on duty as a dispatcher.
Be responsible for maintaining a professional work environment in the Communications Center. This includes restriction of unnecessary personnel from the Communications Center.
Maintain Communications equipment and supplies
Assist in preparing records and reports
Maintain excellent working relationships with employees, volunteers, outside agencies.
Complete mandated Greater Harris County 911 training
Maintain certifications and training as required by Department and IAED.
Other duties as assigned

EEO Statement:

Cy-Fair Fire Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.

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