PT Police Communications Officer in Training

Tamus (TAMIU External) Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

Laredo Part-time Mid-level Communications

At a glance

Mid-level Communications role at Tamus (TAMIU External). Laredo · part-time.

Pay not stated Communications salary

RoleCommunications

SeniorityMid-level

LocationLaredo

EmploymentPart-time

PostedMay 12, 2026 · 4mo ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Handle routine and urgent calls through radio, phone, and 911 channels, then route them as directed
Take public emergency and non-emergency calls and pass details to law enforcement, medical, and emergency staff
Track telecommunications gear, state and national computer systems, and UPD network terminals
Respond to CCTV and computer-alarm events, including medical and 911 notifications, while coordinating agencies

What you bring

Bring a high school diploma or GED; prior experience and professional certification are not required
Show you can multitask, stay effective under stress, communicate clearly, and understand communications equipment
Pass the keyboarding test, communications evaluation, and required background investigation
You cannot be an undergraduate currently enrolled at Texas A&M International University

Who this fits

You can enter this role without prior experience if you work cooperatively, handle pressure, and communicate clearly. You’ll need to cover rotating shifts, evenings, and holidays while reporting to campus for face-to-face work and regular attendance. This is a part-time, temporary fixed-term position that generally does not supervise employees and depends on funding or operational need.

From the employer

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

Receives incoming emergency/non-emergency telephone calls from the public and disseminates information via radio for all law enforcement, medical and emergency personnel.
Monitors all telecommunications equipment including State and National computers.
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.
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

Education – High school diploma or GED.
Experience – No experience needed.
May not be a currently enrolled undergraduate student at Texas A&M International University.

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to:

Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Work under stress.
Comprehend technical aspects of communications equipment.
Communication skills.
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

Work rotating shifts, evenings and holidays.
Applicant must successfully pass keyboarding test, communications performance evaluation and complete background investigation.
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Subject to funding and/or need.

Pay of Rate: $14.43/hour

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:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
At least 3 professional references with their full contact information.
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.

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.