Police Telecommunicator I
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, responsible for supporting Officers with the enforcement of institute, state and federal laws and regulations in the protection of life and property in service to the institution's community.
Job Duties:
- Operates emergency telephones, two-way radios, telecommunications/computer terminal equipment, closed circuit television, remote control cameras, alarm and security systems.
- Activates emergency procedures for fire evacuations or similar emergencies.
- Receives and records information/requests related to police services.
- Dispatches officers and notifies command/supervisors and administrative personnel of incidents.
- Prioritizes and assigns emergency calls for services.
- Obtains, inputs, and receives data related to police activities such as criminal history, warrants and vehicle registration.
- Operates specialized communications networking equipment and computer terminals to access confidential and restricted law enforcement information (TLETS).
- Relays information from field officers requesting back up and support services to include emergency medical services, and rescue and fire equipment.
- Maintains manual/computerized logs and prepares complaint control cards and reports.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education:
High school diploma or GED is required.
Experience:
One (1) year related experience, and a TCOLE Telecommunicator license is preferred, but not required.
Supervisory Requirements:
None
Shifts:
6am-2pm
2pm-10pm
10pm-6am
Applications Due by:
May 20th, 2020 at 5pm
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year plus three floating holidays, which can be used anytime during the fiscal year.
FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
