Job Title: 911 Telecommunicator/Dispatcher

Department: Sheriff Office

Position: Full Time

Job Duties:

-Answer all 911 calls, which include emergency, and non-emergency calls for police, fire,

and emergency medical services.

-Determine the appropriate call types and course of action based on the nature of the calls.

-Enter information into the computer and relay it to the appropriate agency (Ambulance,

Fire, Law Enforcement)

-File maintenance required by State and Agency policy

Job Qualifications:

High School Graduate, GED or higher

Previous experience is appreciated but Not a requirement

Be of good moral character

Have no disqualifying criminal history

Possess a valid Texas driver’s license

Have flexible availability, be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends depending on

shift assignment

Possess a working knowledge of computers

Have the ability to organize workload and time (multitasking is key)

Have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the

public and work within a team structure

Have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to think quickly

Ability to work under stressful conditions

Clear speech, hearing accuracy

Ability to listen carefully, visual acuity

Ability to deal with the public and user agencies

Ability to remember oral and written instructions, ability to follow instructions

Ability to write clearly and spell correctly, typing skills or keyboard familiarity

Ability to remain calm while dealing with frightened, hysterical or angry callers

**Application for employment is a requirement, and will be provided upon request

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $42,667.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• On-the-job training

Schedule:

• Evening shift

Work Location: In person