Communication Specialist - Sheriff's Dept.

Bell County - Texas • Belton, TX

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About The Position

The Communication Specialist answers calls and dispatches for the Courts and Transportation Division and the Animal Control Unit. The role uses computer equipment to enter, retrieve, and transmit information about warrants, vehicle registrations, driver’s licenses, criminal history, stolen articles, and wanted and missing persons in accordance with Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center requirements. It also manages protective orders for Bell County and smaller jurisdictions within the county, and enters, modifies, clears, and cancels conditions or bonds in accordance with TCIC requirements. The specialist provides general information to the public, manages alarm calls for remote alarms in county-owned buildings, and maintains vacation watch and close patrol watch files. Other related work may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Answer calls and dispatch for the Courts and Transportation Division and the Animal Control Unit.
• Operate computer equipment to enter, retrieve, and transmit information regarding warrants, vehicle registrations, driver’s licenses, criminal history, stolen articles, and wanted and missing persons in accordance with TCIC/NCIC requirements.
• Manage protective orders for Bell County and smaller jurisdictions within Bell County in accordance with TCIC/NCIC requirements.
• Enter, modify, clear, and cancel conditions or bonds for Bell County in accordance with TCIC requirements.
• Assist the public with general information.
• Manage and maintain alarm calls for remote alarms in other county-owned buildings.
• Enter and maintain vacation watch and close patrol watch files.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED