What are the responsibilities and job description for the 911 Dispatcher position at Taylor County Texas Government?
Taylor County is currently seeking qualified applicants for 9-1-1 Communications Operator. This is specialized work in the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office receiving and processing detailed information. Must have the ability to communicate with callers in emergency situations, work under stressful conditions and perform more than one task at a time.
Requires the ability to transpose information into logical order through data input. Must possess the skill to make independent decisions and to articulate over Sheriff, Fire and EMS radios. Experience in data input and ability to operate multiple computers preferred.
Position requires being able to work any shift, as well as working weekends and holidays. Typing and audio data entry test will be administered. Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or G. E. D. and type 40 w.p.m. (Typing test will be given before interview is granted.)
Qualified applicants will also be subject to an extensive criminal history and background investigation
Applicants
must be U.S. citizens.
Link to Taylor County Sheriff's Office Online Employment Application: TCSO Personal History Statement
***Once you have submitted your application online, please email the HR office at human.resources@taylorcounty.texas.gov to ensure that the application was appropriately received. Failure to confirm application receipt may cause a delay in the reviewing of your application and interview scheduling***
Starting Salary: $49,440 annually benefits
Benefits include: 100% county-paid employee medical and dental insurance, paid life and disability insurance, retirement, and paid vacation/sick time.
Paper applications will also be accepted in the Human Resources/Risk Management Office, Taylor County Plaza, 400 Oak Street, Suite 120, until the position is filled. HR office hours are 7:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Thursday and 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Friday. The HR office is closed at 12:00 pm for the day each Friday.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $49,440.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Rotating shift
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,440
