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Location: HISD Police Department
Department: Senior Police Dispatcher A
Area:South
Contract Months:12
Salary Range: $34,661.00 – $57,191.00
Operating out of the Houston ISD Police Communication Center and under general supervision, receives emergency and non-emergency phone calls for service. Operates a public safety radio communication system to dispatch and monitor police personnel. Operates the District radio communication system to send out and monitor security and alarm personnel. Continually operates and/or monitors a Computer Aided Dispatch System, a National and Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System, District SIMS III Alarm System and District Camera View camera system.
This position performs a full range of radio-telephone operational duties in a 24-hour facility and is subject to mandatory overtime hours.
High School Diploma or GED
0 to 3 years of experience preferred (on the job training will be provided).
Must either have or be able to obtain Telecommunications Operator License from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) within one year of employment; designated as a First Responder
Required to take a CPR class
Microsoft Office
Office equipment (e.g., computer, copier), Vehicles (e.g., automobile, truck, tractor, forklift)
Effective speaking and listening skills
Ability to stay organized while multi-tasking in a high stress environment
Must be able to work on a shift basis; must be able to work on weekends and on holidays; must be able to work overtime on short notice
No supervisory or direct people management responsibilities. May provide occasional work guidance, technical advice and training to staff.
Work involves the application of moderately complex procedures and tasks that are quite varied. Independent judgment is often required to select and apply the most appropriate of available resources. Ongoing supervision is provided on an "as needed" basis.
No budget development activity is required.
Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude, but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.
Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude, but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.
Information sharing - gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instructions and reporting results. Interactions are mostly with customers, own supervisor and coworkers in own and other departments.
Takes routine or required customer actions to meet customer needs. Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up. May handle escalated issues passed on from coworkers or subordinates.
Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.
Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Full Time
$38k-49k (estimate)
02/07/2024
05/03/2024
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