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TamusPT Police Communications Officer in Training
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Salary$14/hr
LocationLaredo, TX
Work modeon-site
Typetemporary
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentUniversity Police Department
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedMay 12, 2026 · 5mo ago
Verified live13h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or GED
No experience needed
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Ability to work under stress
Ability to comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment
Communication skills
Keyboarding skills
May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University
Must successfully pass keyboarding test, communications performance evaluation and complete background investigation
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions
Work rotating shifts, evenings and holidays
Job Title
PT Police Communications Officer in Training
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Department
University Police Department
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Job Description
Job Summary
The Police Communications Officer I, under supervision, handles routine and emergency radio, telephone, and 911 calls for service following special or written instructions for transmitting and routing calls.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Receives incoming emergency/non-emergency telephone calls from the public and disseminates information via radio for all law enforcement, medical and emergency personnel.
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Monitors all telecommunications equipment including State and National computers.
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Operates data terminals for the National Crime Information Center/Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems and personal computers for the University Police Department (UPD) computer network.
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Monitors and responds to activation of a comprehensive closed circuit television and computer alarm security system, including 911 and medical emergency notification, and coordinates with all appropriate agencies and personnel.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
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Education – High school diploma or GED.
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Experience – No experience needed.
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May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.
Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to:
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Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
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Work under stress.
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Comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment.
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Communication skills.
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Keyboarding skills.
Licensing / Professional Certification – None
Physical Requirements – None.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervision of Others
This position generally does not supervise employees.
Other Requirements
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Work rotating shifts, evenings and holidays.
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Applicant must successfully pass keyboarding test, communications performance evaluation and complete background investigation.
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Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
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Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
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Subject to funding and/or need.
Pay of Rate: $14.43/hour
Hiring process
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:
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Resume/CV
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Cover Letter
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At least 3 professional references with their full contact information.
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Unofficial transcript, if applicable
Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.
Legal
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.