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Taylor County
911 Communications Operator
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
$89,609 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Taylor County is currently seeking qualified applicants for 9-1-1 Communications Operator . This is specialized work in the Taylor County Sheriff's Office receiving and processing detailed information. Must have the ability to communicate with callers in emergency situations, work under stressful conditions and perform more than one task at a time. Requires the ability to transpose information into logical order through data input. Must possess the skill to make independent decisions and to articulate over Sheriff, Fire and EMS radios. Experience in data input and ability to operate multiple computers preferred. Position requires being able to work any shift, as well as working weekends and holidays. Typing and audio data entry test will be administered. Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or G. E. D. and type 40 w.p.m. (Typing test will be given before interview is granted.) Qualified applicants will also be subject to an extensive criminal history and background investigation Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Starting Salary:
$50,821.51 annually + benefits Benefits include: 100% county-paid employee medical and dental insurance, paid life and disability insurance, retirement, and paid vacation/sick time. Paper applications will also be accepted in the Human Resources/Risk Management Office, Taylor County Courthouse, 301 Oak Street, Suite 120, until the position is filled. HR office hours are 7:30 am- 5:00 pm Monday
- Thursday and 7:30 am
- 12:00 pm Friday.