Communications Officer/Public Safety Specialist III Job - University of North Texas Police Department

January 17, 2013

University of North Texas Police Department

Position Title: Communications Officer/Public Safety Specialist III

Position Type: Dispatcher

Closing Date: 12/31/2013

Job Description

The Communications Officer is responsible for handling emergency and non-emergency calls and radio communications for the University Police Department. Job duties include receiving incoming calls/messages and connecting them with appropriate personnel or offices; entering records of calls/messages for service and officer activity into the records management system; maintaining records and files; and operating a Federal/State regulated computer system which accesses law enforcement sensitive records including driver’s license, vehicle registration, and criminal warrant and history information.

Additional Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

PLEASE VISIT THE UNT POLICE WEBSITE AT
http://www.unt.edu/police/Employment.html
FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS AND TO DOWNLOAD A PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT.

** APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL A QUALIFIED POOL OF APPLICANTS IS IDENTIFIED.**

The University of North Texas is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Job Requirements

Age 18

Education HS Diploma/GED

Experience None

Additional Requirement :
High School diploma/GED and two years of communications or related experience. Substitution of education for experience allowed. The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required:

• Basic computer proficiency including keyboarding, data entry, data retrieval, electronic forms completion, and working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to actively listen to requests for service via telephone and radio; clearly articulate questions, instructions, and information; and take appropriate action in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Ability to rapidly assimilate information from a variety of sources to direct appropriate resources where they may be needed.
• Ability to function under pressure or in emergency situations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and activities in a fast-paced environment in accordance with established policies, procedures, and training.
• Possession of a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) Basic Telecommunicator License, Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) Certification, Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) Certification, and Texas Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center or TCIC/NCIC Full Access Certification; or ability to attain all certifications and licensure within twelve months of employment.

Applicant must have not been convicted of a family violence offense or any offense Class A or above. Applicant cannot have been convicted of a Class B Misdemeanor within the past ten years. Must have received an Honorable Discharge from military service, if applicable. Applicants will be subjected to a complete background investigation to include fingerprint check.

Preferred Qualifications: Current TCLEOSE, EMD, TLETS, and/or TCIC certifications and Prior Public Safety Communications experience preferred.

Salary Information

Entry Level Salary: $30535 annual

Contact Information

David Owen
david.owen@unt.edu
University of North Texas Police Department
1700 Wilshire Street
Denton, Texas 76201
ph: (940)565-3647

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