PT Police Communications Officer in Training

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 16,399 - 23,357; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas is seeking a PT Police Communications Officer I in Training. This role involves managing routine and emergency communications, including 911 calls, while monitoring various telecommunications equipment. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate multitasking and communication skills. The position is part-time with a pay rate of $14.43/hour, requiring applicants to pass several evaluations and maintain a schedule on campus.

Qualifications

• No experience needed.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine and emergency radio, telephone, and 911 calls for service.
• Monitor telecommunications equipment including State and National computers.
• Operate data terminals for law enforcement communications.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Keyboarding skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## PT Police Communications Officer I in TrainingApplylocations: Laredo, TXtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R-093002**Job Title**PT Police Communications Officer I in Training**Agency**Texas A&M International University**Department**University Police Department**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Laredo, Texas**Job Type**Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)**Job Description****Job Summary**The Police Communications Officer I, under supervision, handles routine and emergency radio, telephone, and 911 calls for service following special or written instructions for transmitting and routing calls.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Receives incoming emergency/non-emergency telephone calls from the public and disseminates information via radio for all law enforcement, medical and emergency personnel.* Monitors all telecommunications equipment including State and National computers.* Operates data terminals for the National Crime Information Center/Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems and personal computers for the University Police Department (UPD) computer network.* Monitors and responds to activation of a comprehensive closed circuit television and computer alarm security system, including 911 and medical emergency notification, and coordinates with all appropriate agencies and personnel.This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.**Minimum Requirements*** Education – High school diploma or GED.* Experience – No experience needed.* May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.**Knowledge and Abilities**Ability to:* Multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Work under stress.* Comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment.* Communication skills.* Keyboarding skills.**Licensing / Professional Certification** – None**Physical Requirements** – None.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Supervision of Others**This position generally does not supervise employees.**Other Requirements*** Work rotating shifts, evenings and holidays.* Applicant must successfully pass keyboarding test, communications performance evaluation and complete background investigation.* Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.* Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.* Subject to funding and/or need.**Pay of Rate**: $14.43/hour**INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:** During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. **You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials**. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page *"My Experience*" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:* Resume/CV* Cover Letter* At least 3 professional references with their full contact information.* Unofficial transcript, if applicable**Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.