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Lamar University

Police Dispatcher, Full Time (Pooled)

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A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.

$44,695 / year median in Texas

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Dispatcher, Full Time (Pooled)
Salary:
$37,400.00
Annually Location:
Beaumont, TX Job Type:
Full-Time Staff Job Number:
202500148
Closing Date:
Continuous Home Org:
Police Department FLSA:
Non-Exempt Job Summary Employees in this classification are responsible for the general operation of the Communications Center. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Support Services Sergeant and may require work at night and on weekends. Essential Job Functions Operate department two-way radio equipment and maintain radio logs. Answer the telephone and give out information. Determine when information received requires emergency action and relay such information to the necessary patrol units. Coordinate police, fire, ambulance, and other emergency requests. Monitor alarm systems to detect unauthorized entry to University buildings. Operate computer terminals.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited high school, or a G.E.D. Must attend and successfully complete a 40-hour, TLETS- Basic Telecommunications and
TCIC/NCIC
procedure school as determined by the Texas D.P.S. within one (1) year after appointment. Experience or training to perform the duties of the job. Ability to read and interpret departmental laws, regulations, special departmental orders, polices, and written reports. Knowledge of operating computer equipment. Knowledge of operating two-way radio equipment. Willingness to work at night, weekends, and to report for duty during emergencies.
Supplemental Information Physical Requirements:
Must be able to deal tactfully with the public. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Must comply with established University standards and policies. Must be able to stand a rigorous character investigation. Must have the ability to exercise a certain degree of independent judgment and to promote good public relations. Must have the ability to speak and write clearly and accurately. Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lamar/jobs/5078151/police-dispatcher-full-time-pooled jeid-9c00433dcab81c4aafdf008c97f4ff6c