PT Police Communications Officer I in Training

Job TitlePT Police Communications Officer I in TrainingAgencyTexas A&M International UniversityDepartmentUniversity Police DepartmentProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationLaredo, TexasJob TypeTemporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job DescriptionJob SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesReceives 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 RequirementsEducation - 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 AbilitiesAbility to:Multitask and work cooperatively with others.Work under stress.Comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment.Communication skills.Keyboarding skills.Licensing / Professional Certification - Ability to obtain Telecommunications Operators License within a year of employment.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 OthersThis position generally does not supervise employees.Other RequirementsWork 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.Pay of Rate: $14.43/hourINSTRUCTIONS 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/CVCover LetterAt least 3 references and their full contact informationApplications 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.

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