We are looking for a reliable 911 Emergency Dispatcher to act as a communication point for emergency and non-emergency calls. You will receive requests, transmit messages, and track vehicles. The ideal candidate must be primarily an excellent communicator and able to remain calm and composed, especially in emergency situations. You must be able to multitask as well as take the appropriate action with little supervision. The goal is to enable different parties to communicate well by ensuring the accurate and timely transmission of information.
Starting pay is $16.00 per hour. Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date. Fully licensed dispatchers receive an automatic raise to $17.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
Requirements and skills
Fill out our PDF application below and return to Presidio County Sheriff's Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843 or by mail at PO Box V, Marfa, TX 79843, or call (432) 729-4308.
Starting pay is $16.00 per hour. Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date. Fully licensed dispatchers receive an automatic raise to $17.00 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and record significant information
- Address problems and requests by transmitting information or providing solutions
- Prioritize calls according to urgency and importance
- Use radio, phone, or computer to send crews, vehicles, or other field units to appropriate locations
- Monitor the route and status of emergency units to coordinate and prioritize their schedule
- Enter data in the computer system and maintain logs and records of calls, activities, and other information
Requirements and skills
- Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities
- Active listener with excellent communication skills
- Sound judgment and critical thinking
- High school diploma
- Must be able to pass drug and psychological testing
Fill out our PDF application below and return to Presidio County Sheriff's Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843 or by mail at PO Box V, Marfa, TX 79843, or call (432) 729-4308.
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Presidio County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to hire Correctional Officers to join our existing team. Starting pay is $16.00 per hour. Applicants must become fully licensed within one year of their hire date. Fully licensed corrections officers receive an automatic raise to $17.00 per hour.
Responsibilities for Correctional Officer
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
Responsibilities for Correctional Officer
- Book and process incoming and outgoing prisoners according to written policies and procedures
- Write detailed and accurate incident reports
- Patrol the interior and exterior of the facility
- Conduct inmate and cell searches
- Inspect visitors and packages delivered to the facility
- Respond to crisis situations as outlined by policies and procedures
- Oversee inmate activities including meals, visitation, and recreation
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and psychological test
- Proven ability to react in a calm and collected manner to emergency situations
Complete the attached application and return to Presidio County Sheriff’s Office at 320 N. Highland Ave., Marfa, TX 79843, or by mail at PO Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843. Please call (432) 729-4308 for any questions.
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