Southwest Regional Communications Center

Current Positions Available

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

EXPERIENCED PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER

SouthWest REGIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CENTER (SWRCC)

The City of DeSoto is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher in the Regional Communications Center. Responsibilities include: answering incoming 9-1-1 and non-emergency phone lines; processing incoming information while simultaneously performing dispatch functions for Police, Fire and EMS by means of a computer aided dispatch system (CAD).

Requirements: Must have at least one year of Public Safety Dispatching Experience. High School diploma or GED; ability to perform duties under pressure; ability to multi-task; possess a valid 40 hour TCLEOSE Telecommunicators certificate or possess the ability to obtain the certificate within one year of employment; Valid Texas Driver License; Reliable Transportation to and from work; No applicant may be hired with more than three (3) moving violations within the past twelve (12) month period or more than five moving violations within the past three (3) year period. A conviction of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving under the Influence (DUI) of Drugs within the last five (5) years invokes automatic disqualification for all positions.

Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation, skills assessment screening, interview, drug screen and hearing test. This position requires shift work, holidays and weekends.

Preferences:

Preference will be given to bilingual applicants and/or those holding certifications in the following areas: TCLEOSE / TLETS / TCIC / EMD / CPR / CTO

Starting Salary: $2,826 monthly, plus benefits

Close Date: Open until filled

To apply, please pick up an application at DeSoto Town Center, 211 E. Pleasant Run Rd, or download an application.

The City of DeSoto does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of other services.