Police – Telecommunications Operator

Yoakum, TX
Yoakum Police Department

Salary: $14.84/hour

Essential Functions:

  • Receive requests for service and dispatch police, Fire/EMS and animal control officer as needed. Maintain a log on calls and dispatches.
  • Operate and maintain communication capabilities with outside agencies through all available means.
  • Process prisoners into and out of jail.
  • Monitor burglar alarms and internal police department security systems.
  • Operate police switchboard and assist with office and clerical work as necessary.

Requirements:

  • BASIC: One year dispatching experience preferred. TLETS License will be required after hire. Basic computer skills required.
  • INTERMEDIATE: Qualifications as stated above; one year dispatching experience and TLETS Intermediate License.
  • ADVANCED: Qualifications as stated above; two years dispatching experience and TLETS Advanced License.
  • MASTER: Qualifications as stated above; three years dispatching experience and TLETS Master License.