The Mineral Wells Police Department is currently looking for candidates for two full-time positions. The starting pay is $17.81 Hourly. The full details provided by the police department can be found below:

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Administrative Lieutenant; performs emergency dispatch for fire, police and ambulance personnel; to operate the communications center which serves the City of Mineral Wells and surrounding areas; and to gather and receive record and disseminate information.

 Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the employee in this position, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Receive emergency service calls from the public requesting law enforcement, animal control, fire, ambulance or other emergency service; determine nature, location and priority of emergency; dispatch emergency units as necessary; maintain compliance with established procedures for operating a computer aided dispatch system.
• Maintain contact with all units in assignment using a two-way radio; maintain status and location of law enforcement and fire units; maintain daily log of all field calls and units dispatched.
• Monitor, receive, disseminate and transmit information for the Police Department and other agencies via a teletype machine.
• Monitor all communications related to performance of police, fire, EMS, animal control and public works functions.
• Use TDD and other telecommunication systems to coordinate emergency calls and relay information and assistance requests involving other law enforcement and fire agencies.
• Oversee and maintain records on activity of burglary and fire alarms at business and residence; dispatch appropriate personnel and equipment to location.
• Receive and forward non-emergency calls to proper personnel or departments; receive and dispatch water, sewer and street department calls on holidays, weekends and after hours.
• Communicate with walk-ins and provide general information or referrals as needed.
• Maintain the appropriate uniform and acceptable personal hygiene.
• Maintain written records on a variety of log forms and time cards.
• Be available to work any shift, holiday and weekends as needed for scheduling purposes and performs other assigned duties as required.
• Answer multi-line telephones including 911 lines.
• Communicate effectively, courteously and clearly in English, verbally and in writing; includes speaking distinctly, responding promptly, hearing in the normal range, to protect the safety of officer and the public.
• Comprehend and apply city ordinances, policies and procedures.
• Document all activity, location and status in the computer aided dispatch system for public safety personnel, quickly disseminating any additional information.
• Operate computer terminals for specialized access with various automated date banks.
• Work in confined area for eight plus hours and remain seated for long periods of time entering data into various computer systems on a constant basis.
• Simultaneously input, retrieve and maintain information, reading from both computer screens and printouts and operating up to four keyboards at once.
• Operate multi-channel public safety radio system.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain various files.
• Operate all communications equipment in low-light conditions.
• Concentrate on assigned tasks through many distractions.
• Appear in court as subpoenaed.
• Attends training schools/seminars and other city related events which may require travel (occasionally overnight).
• Must not currently pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform routine maintenance on communications equipment; maintain communications center supplies.
• Carry, drag, lift, pull/push supplies, e.g. computer paper, cartons of computer ribbon, etc. weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Stoop, squat, kneel, climb and stretch to reach areas of the work site for routine cleaning and inspection.
• Search inmate if needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Graduation from High School or G.E.D. equivalent; licensed as a telecommunicator with the State of Texas or be able to obtain a basic telecommunications license.

Experience, Training, Knowledge and Skills: One year of experience in receiving and processing public service calls in a law enforcement or fire agency preferred; two years of general clerical experience preferred; knowledge of basic and regulations governing the operation of a communications radio transmittal and receiving system; basic radio broadcasting and communications procedures used in operating computer aided dispatch and 911 systems; basic principles and procedures of record keeping; general law enforcement codes, practices and methods; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment; operate radio transmitting equipment; perform routine clerical duties; work under pressure, exercise good judgment and make sound decisions in emergency situations; effectively communicate with and elicit information from upset and irate citizens; type accurately at a speed necessary for successful job performance; operate a computer terminal, teletype and other office equipment; work various shifts as assigned; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicated clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities; work without constant direct supervision.

Employee Benefits: The City of Mineral Wells offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to health insurance, short and long-term disability, vision and dental insurance, TMRS retirement, incentive pay, vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted on the City’s Application for Employment form, which is available from and returnable to: City of Mineral Wells, City Clerk/Personnel Office, P.O. Box 460, 115 S.W. 1^st Street, Mineral Wells, TX 76068. Applications are also available on the City’s website at www.mineralwellstx.gov  and can be submitted online.  For further information, please call Jennifer Mitchell, HR Specialist at 940-328-7701.

The Deadline for submitting this application is opened until filled.

THE CITY OF MINERAL WELLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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