JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: POLICE DISPATCHER PAY GRADE: PD1
JOB CODE: FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT DATE REVISED: 02/02/2024 HC
DUTY DAYS: 261 LEGACY JOB CODE: 3127
FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS LOCALLY FUNDED.
AUSTIN ISD EQUITY STATEMENT:
Austin ISD is committed to developing shared definitions and expectations of equity across our District that are consistent
with our Board priorities. The definition of equity from the National Equity Project will guide our transformational work.
o Educational equity means that each child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social
potential. Working Towards Educational Equity:
o Ensuring equally high outcomes for all participants in our educational system; removing the predictability of success
or failures that currently correlates withany social or cultural factor:
o Interrupting [Disrupting] inequitable practices, examining biases, and creating inclusive multicultural school
environments for adults and children; and
o Discovering and cultivating the unique gifts, talents, and interests that every human possesses.
https://nationalequityproject.org/
- Austin ISD Board President, February 2019
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Position requires that the incumbent have or obtain a TCOLE Police
Communication Certification within (1) one year of employment. Must have the ability to type no less than 45 wpm.
Position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to an environment that may change quickly.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires incumbent to be able to handle multiple duties simultaneously and respond to interruptions.
Incumbent must be able to operate a wide variety of communications equipment, as well as standard office equipment such
as computer, calculators, calculators, and copiers. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of department policies and
procedures are necessary.
JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: Incumbent monitors phone and radio communications, cameras, alarm systems and Texas/National Law Enforcement
Telecommunication Systems (TLETS) while dispatching Police Officers or maintenance workers as required. Incumbent
relies on established procedures and may use department and equipment manuals as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Screen and direct telephone calls.
- Dispatch Police Officers to calls for service.
- Monitor school district alarm systems, dispatch patrol officers as necessary; update account information, assist
personnel with alarm panel problems and contact alarm technicians.
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