Part-Time
Public Safety Dispatcher
JOB TITLE: Part-time Police &
Fire Dispatcher/911 Operator
START RATE: $12.00 per hour
AVAILABILITY: Immediate
SPECIAL HOURS: Position is Part-time, 32 hrs/week, nights and
weekends, including holidays
GENERAL JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:
Call-taking phase will consist of answering and processing E911 and
non-emergency calls for service via Computer Aided Dispatch system.
Monitoring and use of a telephone device for the deaf; utilizing maps and
emergency resource materials; compiling daily reports for administration;
recording information for Police/Fire/EMS personnel, and learning
practices and procedures used by all departments.
Dispatching phase will consist of
maintaining accurate status of Police/Fire/EMS personnel and apparatus via
Computer Aided Dispatching system. Will conduct computer searches through
local, state, and national crime databases for wanted subjects, stolen
property, driver information etc. Will make confirmations on wanted
subjects and arrest warrants and relay said information to requesting
officers; send teletypes via Texas and National Law Enforcement
Telecommunications System; enter, clear, and validate computer entries
with Texas Dept. of Public Safety and others; initiate and test emergency
civil defense sirens, monitor direct incoming alarm panels, weather
monitors, security and jail cameras, city wide radio and other mutual aid
city radio channels.
Other aspects of the position include:
working in a confined area for 12 hours and remaining seated for long
periods of time entering data into various computer systems on a constant
basis; assigning appropriate public safety personnel for routine and
emergency calls for service; preparing offense/incident reports and
maintaining various files. Other job functions might include call-outs
and, for female dispatchers, the searching of female prisoners.
This employee must be available to work any
shift, holidays and weekends as needed for scheduling purposes.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES and
EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of telephone skills as related to multi-incoming emergency
and non-emergency lines, difference between civil and criminal law,
practices and procedures used by police and fire departments. Skill to
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, good diction and
enunciation skills to communicate via radio system, working knowledge of
windows 2000 operating system. High school graduate plus minimum one year
experience in the following:
- Position with high public
contact requiring decision making and problem solving under high
stress
- Multi-tasking experience using
data entry or word processing.
- Ability to remain calm under
pressure.
Intensive background investigation,
pre-employment testing, physical and drug test are required as a condition
of employment.
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS/HEALTH/SAFETY:
Exposure to infectious diseases. Stress level can sometimes be high
due to constant radio/telephone/public traffic. Able to lift up to 20
pounds occasionally; 10 pounds frequently.
*A full job description is available from Human Resources. 03/27/03
If you meet the qualifications for this position and
would like to be considered for employment, please apply on-line below,
via mail or in person at 2000 Hwy 78N, Wylie TX 75098, via fax to
972-442-8148 or e-mail to . You can also
print off our application to complete by hand.
Print off Employment Application
or
Apply online
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PARKS
MAINTENANCE WORKER
Parks Department
JOB TITLE: Parks Maintenance Worker
DEPARTMENT: Parks
START RATE: $11.17 per hour
AVAILABILITY: Immediate
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Under supervision, maintains parks, mows, trims, waters, plants trees,
plants flowers, etc. Works effectively with other crew members to maintain
parks and athletic fields. Uses various types of parks equipment including
mowers, trimmers, Dixie chopper, etc. Picks up trash. Keeps work areas
clean. Maintains tools as requested. Reads, understands and follows
written and oral job instructions. Write reports by hand as needed,
legible and complete. Exercises good judgment to work safely and use
equipment properly. Hears clearly when working around equipment or in
street and alley traffic. Uses proper safety precautions at all times.
Communicates courteously with other City staff members as well as the
public. Maintains a good attendance record; rarely absent or tardy.
Presents good appearance; clean and well groomed. Follows safety
regulations, City and department policies and procedures. Operates
vehicles according to rules of safety and laws of the State of Texas.
Wears proper safety equipment at all times. Able and willing to work
outside in all kinds of weather. Able to exert physical strength up to 50
-100 lbs.
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Texas Driver's License, Class
"C" without restrictions except "A". Minimum of six
months working in the same or similar type job. Must have experience with
tractors and other industrial lawn equipment. Experience working with
various types of equipment spades, shovels, saws, etc. Physical strength:
high - 50-100 pounds occasionally; 25-50 pounds frequently; 10-20 pounds
constantly. Must be available for emergency call-outs. Must pass
pre-employment drug screen and physical.
A complete job description can be provided
by Human Resources. 02/21/03
If you meet the qualifications for this position and
would like to be considered for employment, please apply on-line below,
via mail or in person at 2000 Hwy 78N, Wylie TX 75098, via fax to
972-442-8148 or e-mail to . You can also
print off our application to complete by hand.
Print off Employment Application
or
Apply online
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Summer Youth
Program Leader
Parks & Recreation Department
JOB TITLE: Summer Youth Program Leader
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
PAY RATE: $8.50 per hour
EXEMPT: N
FULL-TIME: Seasonal - Starting this Summer
POSITIONS: 10.5
JOB SUMMARY: Provide an environment in which participants can
feel safe; enjoy wholesome recreational activities and participate in
appropriate social opportunities with their peers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Follow all City, Departmental and Program standards that apply to Wylie
Youth Programs.
Follow all policies and procedures that apply to Wylie Youth Programs.
Ensure participants are released only to a parent or an adult designated
by the parent. All program sites will have information on site for
authorized person(s) to pick up participants. Authorized persons must be
able to identify themselves.
Treat ALL children with courtesy, respect, tolerance and patience.
Demonstrate good judgment and self-control when working with children.
Present pleasing appearance, appropriate dress and grooming.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills at all times.
Set-up activity areas.
Take down activity areas.
Supervise groups of children.
Complete required reports and forms.
Present self as positive role model.
Communicate effectively with peers, parents and children.
Perform light janitorial duties.
Regular attendance, never or rarely absent or tardy.
Cooperate with other leaders.
Courteous to leaders, supervisors.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be 16 years of age or older. (Prefer 18 years and older).
Must be able to consistently exhibit competency, good judgment, and
self-control when working with children.
Leaders should have some experience dealing with children
Current First Aid/CPR certifications from A.H.A. or American Red Cross; or
able to obtain certifications within a time frame assigned
by the Assistant Superintendent.
Employment conditioned upon passing a criminal background
investigation; TB test, physical examination and drug screen administered
by professionals designated by the City of Wylie.
If you have any questions regarding this job call Robert Diaz, Asst.
Superintendent at 972-442-8197 or email at
If you meet the qualifications for this position and
would like to be considered for employment, please apply on-line below,
via mail or in person at 2000 Hwy 78N, Wylie TX 75098, via fax to
972-442-8148 or e-mail to . You can also
print off our application to complete by hand.
Print off Employment Application
or
Apply online
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