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$46k

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City of Navasota

Occupation:

Public Safety Telecommunicators

Location:

Navasota, TX - 77868

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

08/28/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

08/31/2026

Expires:

09/27/2026

Agency Job ID:

202500013

Job #: 17062466

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent DL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Communications Operator

Salary $46,196.80 Annually Location Navasota, TX, TX Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202500013 Department Police Division

DISPATCH

Opening Date 02/08/2026 Closing Date 12/31/2026 8:49 AM Central Description

Benefits

Questions STEP #1: You must complete and submit the Navasota Police Department Application (linked below) as an attachment to this application.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE NAVASOTA POLICE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION

Ensures smooth operation of day-to-day telecommunication functions for the police, fire departments, and EMS. Summary of Duties

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Office & Communications Supervisor.

Directs:

This is a non-supervisory position.

Other:

Works closely by 911, telephone, radio, teletype, computer, or in person with other city departments, agencies, and the general public. Essential Duties

Receives and records incoming calls on both the telephone and two-way radio (including animal control and 9-1-1 calls), evaluates calls, and directs calls to appropriate staff, officers, and/or agencies;

Monitors radio frequencies of law enforcement, fire, wrecker, and ambulance personnel;

Dispatches appropriate units for emergencies;

Dispatches animal control;

Performs computer-assisted and manual record checks for officers on individuals, locations, vehicles and other property, sometimes verifying warrants, suspended or expired license, or reports of stolen property with the originating agency;

Maintains, updates, and accesses various logs and computer data files of officer activities (incident reports, accident reports, stolen or repossessed property logs, maps, shift logs, etc.) and performs data entry of officer activities for logs and records;

Monitors burglary and fire alarms, and notifies property owners and police as necessary;

Completes forms and reports either on the computer or typewriter;

Operates recording equipment for 9-1 -1 and telephone calls;

Assists local and out-of-state deaf persons using a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD);

Enters information into Texas and National Crime Information computer systems, and validates information against printed reports;

Files departmental records;

Performs trace on 9-1 -1 hang-up calls;

Alerts state and federal agencies of stolen vehicles and property, missing persons, etc., using a teletype machine;

Prints computerized forms for officers as necessary;

Provides directions to citizens;

Maintains files on repossessed automobiles;

Maintains on-call status and works overtime as necessary.

Other Important Duties

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

radio transmission procedures and Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations governing operation of radio and teletype transmitting and receiving; law enforcement practices and procedures.

Skill/Ability to:

type or enter information accurately; operate, or demonstrate ability to learn to operate, a computer; use radio and electronic data communications equipment; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; work tactfully with the general public; speak clearly and concisely; accurately handle several items at one time during stressful situations; understand and follow instructions, policies, rules, and regulations; analyze information and formulate quick, effective and reasonable responses; maintain accurate records; work varied shifts; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; and maintain appropriate necessary certifications. Qualifications

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

High school diploma or its equivalent (GED), graduation from a state-approved telecommunicator course with a current valid TCOLE license, or the ability to obtain a TCOLE license;

not have been convicted, placed on probation, or ordered community supervision by a court of a class B misdemeanor or higher in the last ten years;

not have been convicted of family violence;

not ever have been convicted of an offense Class A Misdemeanor or above;

have not been discharged from any branch of military service for less than honorable conditions.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Telecommunications Operator Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement (TCOLE) within one year of employment. Appropriate Texas drivers license. Supplemental Information

JOB PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND/OR EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The City will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the American Disabilities Act Amendment Act, and all other Federal, State and Local legislative requirements. The Facility will ensure that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of that position. Employer

City of Navasota, TX

Address

200 E McAlpine St Navasota, Texas, 77868

Phone

936-825-6475 Website

https://www.navasotatx.gov/