Police Communication Specialist (Police Dispatcher) - Ft. Worth, TX

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Job Location : Fort Worth

Other Potential Locations : Fort Worth, TX

Anticipated Start Date : 08 / 05 / 2024

Number of Positions : 1

Salary Range : $45,150

Who we are and what we do

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight.

Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

What we believe

At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion.

As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to :

• be treated with dignity and respect.
• have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
• have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs.

Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

BNSF

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Receive and handle emergency telephone calls from governmental and public safety agencies, Resource Protection personnel, BNSF employees and the general public.

Perform a primary contact function and serve as an information source for Resource Protection as well as other BNSF departments.

Provide pertinent contact services for BNSF customers. Coordinate Response to emergencies.

Monitor physical access to the Network Operations Center and other facilities at corporate headquarters. Monitor various environmental and fire alarm systems.

Provide accurate, detailed reports and testimony when required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SHIFTS / HOURS : Operations are 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Various shift assignments and rotations required.

Requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or GED
• Must have ability to obtain valid driver’s license
• Must have successfully completed the Basic Telecommunicator Proficiency license through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement within the first year of employment
• Must have a basic working knowledge of computers and computer programs
• Must be physically and psychologically fit, able to successfully pass any required company evaluations, pass an extensive background investigation and any other state commissioning requirements
• Must have a broad knowledge of criminal law and procedures
• Must be able to meet any government or Company training and retention standards

PREFERRED QUAILIFICATIONS :

• College Degree
• Minimum of three years full-time experience at a city, county, state, federal or railroad law enforcement agency Telecommunications 911 / Emergency dispatch call center is strongly preferred
• Advanced Telecommunicator license
• Bi-lingual in Spanish

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Railroad Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

• Criminal history
• Last 7 years of driving history
• Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
• Social Security number
• Education

MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS :

• Medical evaluation
• Drug Screen
• Other elements as needed

Benefits

For your growing family Pregnancy support programs, adoption and surrogacy assistance. For your nest egg Competitive 401 (k) and spending accounts, RRB retirement annuity, opportunities to purchase Berkshire Hathaway stock.

For your health Health coaching, gym membership discounts, telemedicine and other wellness resources. For your career Professional development and growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement for job-related degrees and recognition programs.

Just for fun Discounts on retail, travel, fitness, moving, mortgage lending and pet insurance.