Telecommunications Dispatcher

$21.44 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Golden Crescent $14.52 - $22.96 Per hour Telecommunications Dispatcher Texas Association of Counties

Occupation:

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Location:

Goliad, TX - 77963 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16968349

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

02/12/2026

Updated:

02/15/2026

Expires:

03/14/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. We Hire Vets Employers whose workforce is composed of at least 10 percent military veterans are eligible to receive a "We Hire Vets" employer recognition decal to proudly display on their storefront, an decal. We Hire Ability The We Hire Ability program recognizes Texas employers for their commitment to hiring people with disabilities, and for their efforts to create an inclusive workforce. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Age 18 and up DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Telecommunications dispatchers receive and dispatch emergency and non-emergency law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel; maintain records of calls; and perform data entry tasks. Shift work is required. Applicants must be willing to work any shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and prioritize all radio channels on console Dispatch officers and emergency units to calls as received via radio, telephone, 911 Answer and prioritize all incoming emergency and non-emergency calls Gather call information Transfer calls to the appropriate department Dispatch appropriate emergency service and generate calls for service in CAD system Be able to handle emergency situations in a calm manner Assist officers performing traffic stops by running driver's license and license plate information Check for warrants Act as point of contact for the general public Answer general questions Perform other duties as assigned or as apparent

REQUIREMENTS

Be 18 years of age or older Possess a high school diploma or a GED; previous experience preferred but not required Be a citizen of the United States of America Possess a valid Texas driver's license and have a good driving record Have never been convicted, pled guilty, nor have been on court-ordered community service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class A misdemeanor or a felony Have not been convicted, pled guilty, been on community service/probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B misdemeanor in this state, another state, or while serving in the military during the last 10 years Have never had a military court-martial that resulted in a dishonorable or bad conduct discharge Be able to read and write in the English language Earn State Certification within one year of date of hire

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Possess:

Knowledge of general office procedures Good computer skills Keyboard and typing experience: ability to type a minimum of 20 words per minute Previous experience; preferred but not required Be able to: Apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Speak in a clear voice and concise manner; bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required Maintain composure in emergency situations Record and organize data Establish and maintain effective working relationships Listen and communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously

COMPENSATION

Starting salary $21.44 per hour Overtime paid at time and a half; overtime opportunities are available; no compensatory time used Overtime opportunities available Full benefits package, including Blue Cross medical coverage through the County Retirement through Texas County and District Retirement System Dispatchers shall complete state certification within one year of employment, or termination will occur. The Goliad County Sheriff's Office is an equal opportunity employer. The Goliad County Sheriff's Office appreciates your interest. You may contact Valarie McGuill in the Telecommunications Division at 361-645-3451. Application forms are available at the Goliad County Sheriff's Office.