TPWD - Police Communications Operator I-II-III-IV

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=102066andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionTPWD MISSIONTo manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. HIRING CONTACT: Kameron Moncus, (512) 389-4848, Kameron.Moncus@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Law Enforcement Communications, 5805 N Lamar Blvd, Bldg B, Austin, TX 78752 GENERAL DESCRIPTIONUnder the direction of the Communications Supervisor, this position is responsible for police and emergency management communications work as a licensed first responder. Performs and coordinates radio and telephone communications by following Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) to provide assistance to callers. Responding to high-risk incidents involving the safety of the public or law enforcement. Serves as the primary contact for agency officers, other state, federal and local law enforcement agencies requesting assistance, information, or coordination. May be responsible for functioning as the Unit's Project Liaison for areas of expertise and special projects. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation:PCO I-V: Graduation from High School or GED. Experience: PCO I: No experience required;PCO II: One year experience as a Police Communications Operator I: Experience in dispatch, telephone, police, and emergency management communications work;PCO III: Three years experience as a Police Communications Operator, of which one (1) must have been as a Police Communications Operator II; Experience in dispatch, telephone, police, and emergency management communications work.PCO IV: Four years experience as a Police Communications Operator, of which one (1) must have been as a Police Communications Operator III.PCO V: Eight years experience as a Police Communications Operator, of which four (4) must have been as a Police Communications Operator IV;Experience in dispatch, telephone, and emergency management communications work. Licensure

• PCO I: Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license;Must possess or be able to obtain, within six months of employment, a Texas AandM Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Basic Telecommunicators Course and Crisis Communications certification;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, an approved Department of Public Safety (DPS) NLETS/TLETS Basic Procedures course and a TCIC/NCIC Full Access course;Must have completed or be able to successfully pass, within one year of employment, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) State Telecommunicators examination;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Telecommunicator License.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon passing examinations and obtaining and maintaining required licenses, certifications, and continuing education training. Background Check:Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check prior to employment offer. Potential candidates will be responsible for expenses related to the background check.NOTE: Must complete or have successfully completed/passed DPS/FBI Fingerprint return. Licensure
• PCO II: Must possess a valid class "C" driver's license;Must possess or be able to obtain, within six months of employment, a Texas AandM Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Basic Telecommunicators Course and Crisis Communications certification;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, an approved Department of Public Safety (DPS) NLETS/TLETS Basic Procedures course and a TCIC/NCIC Full Access course;Must have completed or be able to successfully pass, within one year of employment, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) State Telecommunicators examination;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Telecommunicator License.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon passing examinations and obtaining and maintaining required licenses, certifications and continuing education training. Background Check:Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check prior to employment offer. Potential candidates will be responsible for expenses related to the background check.NOTE: Must complete or have successfully completed/passed DPS/FBI Fingerprint return. Licensure
• PCO III: Must possess a valid class "C" driver's license;Must possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Intermediate Telecommunicator Proficiency Certification (120 hours) or higher;Must possess or be able to obtain, within six months of employment, a Texas AandM Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Basic Telecommunicators Course and Crisis Communications certification;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, an approved Department of Public Safety (DPS) NLETS/TLETS Basic Procedures course and a TCIC/NCIC Full Access course;Must have completed or be able to successfully pass, within one year of employment, the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) State Telecommunicators examination;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Telecommunicator License.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon passing examinations and obtaining and maintaining required licenses, certifications and continuing education training. Background Check:Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check prior to employment offer. Potential candidates will be responsible for expenses rel