Top 4 Public safety telecommunicators Jobs in Garland, Tx

Public Safety Dispatcher
City of Garland —Garland, TX
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- High school
- Word processing
Public Safety Telecommunicator I or II
City of Sachse —Sachse, TX
- $25.68 - $39.39 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
911 DISPATCHER (FULL TIME)
City of Richardson, TX —Richardson, TX
- $55,579 - $77,192 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- English
Telecommunicator (235 days)
Dallas Independent School District —Dallas, TX
- $46,906 - $57,190 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening

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Public Safety Dispatcher

City of Garland -
Garland, TX

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Summary

Responsible for receiving and responding to emergency and non-emergency calls in order to route calls to the appropriate services.

Salary: Depending on qualifications and experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Receive, prioritize and respond to emergency and non-emergency telephone calls and situations.
Enter and process information received.
Prioritize and route calls to dispatch.
Apply policies, procedures, guidelines relating to emergency situations and crime intervention to ensure compliance, safety of citizens and emergency response personnel and prevent liabilities.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and logs of all radio transmissions, telephone calls and other records and files.
Correspond or communicate with other Cities, agencies, etc. to confirm or request information of a valid offense report or other law enforcement matters.
Act as a liaison between the Garland Police and Fire Departments and other City departments and/or City or Government agencies as needed.
Maintain and validate data in local, state and national computerized databases including the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and the Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC).
Monitor and control the movement of field units and provide appropriate and effective coverage in response to public safety emergencies
Perform administrative duties as needed or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be United States of America citizen at the time of application (State licensing requirement)
High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent
No experience required

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

6 months advanced training or coursework past the high school level
Up to one year of experience as a Call Taker, Customer Service or similar position in a communication or dispatch center

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Basic knowledge of public service activity and methods of local government
Basic knowledge of computer technology and equipment
Basic knowledge of law enforcement terminology and procedures
Basic knowledge of geography for the City of Garland and surrounding areas
Basic knowledge of English language for spelling and proper word usage
Skill in coordinating mental, manual and visual activities simultaneously
Skill in observing situations analytically and objectively and relaying details accurately
Skill in communicating using telephone equipment
Skill in reading and interpreting maps to determine locations and jurisdictional boundaries
Ability to multitask and demonstrate appropriate judgment on the spot
Ability to work under pressure and during emergency situations and react quickly to signals, unexpected situations and/or emergencies
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Police Department personnel, other City employees, outside law enforcement agencies and the public
Ability to type 35 words per minute while multitasking
Ability to satisfactorily complete training on two (2) radio disciplines.
Ability to process and evaluate information received and dispatch law enforcement and/or Fire/EMS, consider call priority, availability and the number and types of personnel needed

Licenses and Certifications

Valid State of Texas Class C Driver’s License Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Telecommunicator License or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Texas Department of Safety (DPS) National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/ Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Medical Priority Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) license and certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire CPR Certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire

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