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Communications Officer - City of Forney, TX (ID: 335594) |
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Title | Communications Officer |
Type | Emergency Communications |
Date Posted | 2019-07-24 |
City / Organization | City of Forney, TX |
Website | Click Here for the Position Listing |
Description | JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing duties related to the department’s dispatching and jail operations. SALARY: $17.12/hr. to $21.40/hr. DOQ MAJOR DUTIES
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Communications Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. Police and Fire Department supervisors may direct activities during emergencies and critical incidents GUIDELINES: Guidelines include standard operating procedures and national and state crime information center rules. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related administrative, customer service and Emergency Services dispatch. The variety of circumstances encountered contributes to the complexity of the position. SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls and to provide support for jail operations. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of department operations. PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city employees, representatives of other emergency response agencies, inmates, bond agents, and the general public. PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, resolve problems, and provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in a dispatch center and detention facility. Work is typically performed in 12-hour shifts, but may be modified at any time to suit the needs of the department. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None, with the exception of Communications Training Officers which may serve as the immediate supervisor for Communications Officers in training. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The City of Forney is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or physical disability. |