Bell County
Communications Specialist - Sheriffs Department
Bell County, Belton, Texas, United States, 76513
Communications Specialist - Sheriff's Department
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Communications Specialist - Sheriff's Department
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Bell County .
This range is provided by Bell County. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $19.53/hr - $19.53/hr
Annual salary: $151,796.00 - $188,740.00
Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
Job Description
Answers emergency and non-emergency calls. Evaluates and prioritizes calls communicating effectively to obtain complete information to determine urgency and need for dispatching police, fire, and/or medical response using a CAD system, telephones, multi-channel radio, TDD, and numerous computer databases and maps.
Operates computer equipment to enter, retrieve and transmit information regarding outstanding warrants, vehicle registrations, driver licenses, criminal histories, etc.; maintains appropriate logs and files in accordance with requirements of the Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center and departmental procedures.
Aids and assists the public with general information.
Receives and accurately registers information in Computer Aided Dispatch System.
Operates manual system in the event of a CAD failure.
Assists officers/fire personnel and other department personnel within the means provided in the Communication Center.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by required training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Physical Demands
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
None.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Additional Qualifications Proposed Compensation: $19.53 - $19.53
Bell County retains the right to close or extend any job posting, at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.
Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.
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Communications Specialist - Sheriff's Department
role at
Bell County .
This range is provided by Bell County. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $19.53/hr - $19.53/hr
Annual salary: $151,796.00 - $188,740.00
Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
Job Description
Answers emergency and non-emergency calls. Evaluates and prioritizes calls communicating effectively to obtain complete information to determine urgency and need for dispatching police, fire, and/or medical response using a CAD system, telephones, multi-channel radio, TDD, and numerous computer databases and maps.
Operates computer equipment to enter, retrieve and transmit information regarding outstanding warrants, vehicle registrations, driver licenses, criminal histories, etc.; maintains appropriate logs and files in accordance with requirements of the Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center and departmental procedures.
Aids and assists the public with general information.
Receives and accurately registers information in Computer Aided Dispatch System.
Operates manual system in the event of a CAD failure.
Assists officers/fire personnel and other department personnel within the means provided in the Communication Center.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by required training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Physical Demands
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
None.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Additional Qualifications Proposed Compensation: $19.53 - $19.53
Bell County retains the right to close or extend any job posting, at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.
Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Advertising
Advertising Services
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bell County by 2x
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