Job Description
Join Houston's elite emergency response team as a Public Safety Communications Officer. This critical government role ensures seamless coordination during high-stakes situations, safeguarding our community 24/7. Weekend shifts available with competitive benefits and retirement plans. Apply your crisis management skills in a dynamic environment where every call matters.
Responsibilities
- Manage emergency communications via 911 systems during weekend shifts
- Dispatch police, fire, and EMS units with precision and urgency
- Maintain detailed incident documentation in CAD/RMS systems
- Coordinate multi-agency responses during critical incidents
- Provide crisis intervention support to callers
- Adhere to NIMS protocols and HIPAA compliance standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years emergency communications experience
- Texas TCOLE Basic Telecommunicator certification required
- Valid Texas Class C driver's license
- Proficiency in CAD/RMS systems
- Ability to work rotating weekend shifts (Fri-Sun)
- Pass background check and polygraph examination