Emergency Communications Dispatcher (Police & Fire)

City of Lufkin; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

TMRS retirement

Job summary

City of Lufkin seeks a Communications Operator (Dispatch) to dispatch police, fire, and city services, and to monitor multi-channel communications. You will receive, prioritize, and relay critical information for rapid emergency response, while maintaining accurate records and compliance with departmental orders.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 40 WPM typing, fluency in English, and the ability to work varied shifts near Lufkin, TX.

Qualifications

• Typing 40 words per minute (corrected).
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch police, fire/rescue, and after-hours city services.
• Monitor and coordinate telephone, radio, and teletype communications between unit personnel and the public.
• Receive, process, and disseminate information accurately for expeditious emergency responses.
• Maintain records with attention to department rules and procedures.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

English fluency

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

City of Lufkin seeks a Communications Operator (Dispatch) to dispatch police, fire, and city services, and to monitor multi-channel communications. You will receive, prioritize, and relay critical information for rapid emergency response, while maintaining accurate records and compliance with departmental orders.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 40 WPM typing, fluency in English, and the ability to work varied shifts near Lufkin, TX.