Communication Specialist - Sheriff's Dept.

Bell County; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell County is seeking a Telecommunicator to handle calls for the Courts and Transportation Division and Animal Control. You will enter, retrieve, and transmit sensitive information per TCIC/NCIC guidelines, and support protective orders for Bell County and smaller jurisdictions.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid Texas driver’s license, and completion of a basic Telecommunicator license plus CPR within the first year. Strong communication and public service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by required training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must read, write, and speak the English language.
• Must obtain a Basic Telecommunicator license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, and a basic CPR certification within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Answers calls and dispatches for the Courts and Transportation Division and the Animal Control Unit.
• Operates computer equipment to enter, retrieve, and transmit information regarding warrants, vehicle registration, driver’s licenses, criminal history, stolen articles, and wanted and missing persons in accordance with TCIC/NCIC requirements.
• Operates computer equipment to manage Protective Orders for Bell County and smaller jurisdictions within Bell County in accordance with TCIC/NCIC requirements.
• Enters, modifies, clears, and cancels Conditions or Bonds for Bell County in accordance with TCIC requirements.
• Aids and assists the public with general information.
• Manages and maintains alarm calls for remote alarms in other county-owned buildings.
• Enters and maintains files about vacation watch and close patrol watch.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

Job Description:

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answers calls and dispatches for the Courts and Transportation Division and the Animal Control Unit.

• Operates computer equipment to enter, retrieve, and transmit information regarding warrants, vehicle registration, driver’s licenses, criminal history, stolen articles, and wanted and missing persons in accordance with requirements of the Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center (TCIC/NCIC).

• Operates computer equipment to manage Protective Orders for Bell County and smaller jurisdictions within Bell County in accordance with requirements of TCIC/NCIC.

• Enters, modifies, clears, and cancels Conditions or Bonds for Bell County in accordance with requirements of TCIC.

• Aids and assists the public with general information.

• Manages and maintains alarm calls for remote alarms in other county-owned buildings.

• Enters and maintains files about vacation watch and close patrol watch.

• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by required training; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Physical Demands:

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• None.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Must obtain a Basic Telecommunicator license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, and a basic CPR certification within the first year of employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Proposed Compensation:

$19.93 - $21.14

Additional Recruiting Instruction:

Bell County retains the right to close or extend any job posting, at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.

Work Shift:

Office Hours (United States of America)

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.