Public Safety Dispatch & Communications Specialist

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

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.