Police Communications Officer

Midland Health
Any Location, TX
Job Description
Role Overview

Under general supervision, responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for law enforcement, fire, and emergency services; identifies and dispatches appropriate police and security units, and gathers and relays critical information.

What You Will Do

Answers incoming emergency and non-emergency calls; interviews callers and gathers details; prioritizes calls for service and determines appropriate personnel to respond; dispatches responders; relays pertinent information to law enforcement and security officers in a concise, organized, and understandable manner.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be able to communicate effectively in all modes of communication to protect the safety of the public and responders; competently perform under stress when confronted with emergency and critical situations; maintain the absolute confidentiality of all records and information.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • One year of customer service experience, preferably in a high-volume call center
  • Ability to pass a typing test with a minimum of 22 words per minute
  • TCOLE Basic Telecommunicator Proficiency Certificate
  • TX Telecommunicator License
  • Texas Driver's License, Class C
  • US Citizenship

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Learning budget
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness program
  • Visa/relocation assistance
  • Remote flexibility
  • Stipends
  • Bonus/commission
  • Paid holidays
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