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Salary: $22.20 Hourly
Location : 8039 CHALLENGER, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78235, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00973
Department: Police
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing police services to include expediting police offense/incident reports; answering and processing request for service on 911 emergency and non-emergency phone lines, performing dispatch related duties and making court appearances as required. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. May exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
8039 Challenger San Antonio, TX 78235
Training location may be different:
1st Reporting Day: 4700 Quarry Run, San Antonio, TX 78249
Work Hours
Classroom hours are 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday for the first four weeks. During the On-the-Job Training phase, work hours will mirror trainer's schedule and will include day, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays. Once released, shift assigned will be based on business needs.
In this position you are a First Responder and expected to assist and support 911 operations during natural disasters, manmade disasters, terrorism, extreme weather, and civil emergencies. The 911 Public Safety Answering Point is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to support emergency operations for the City of San Antonio. Because of this you may be required to work mandatory overtime and outside of your staff hours as needed in emergency situations.
Essential Job Functions

• Processes and expedites Police Reports.
• Enters Police offense/incident reports of each reported incident into the police computerized reporting system showing the full details of the offense as alleged by the complainant.
• Updates National Criminal Investigation Center and Texas Criminal Investigation Center (NCIC/TCIC) files for recovered or stolen property.
• Performs radio dispatch functions necessary to process information requested from field officers.
• Answers incoming 911 emergency and non-emergency requests for service and processes according to policy.
• Accesses the police computer-aided dispatch systems for information and the State and National computer files to conduct on-line search inquiries of persons, property and vehicles.
• Creates follow up supplemental reports to the original report as required.
• Assists other units, departments, or agencies as required to complete unit's goals and objectives.
• Testifies in court as required by subpoena.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Two (2) years of experience in a law enforcement related field to include computer related experience.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
• Must obtain TCOLE Telecommunicator Certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Must obtain TCIC/NCIC, Full Access Certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Must pass Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) background and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Must meet the minimum requirements established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement for Telecommunicators.

State-Mandated Eligibility Requirements (in part)

• Applicants must meet and maintain Telecommunicator licensing requirements set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Applicants who have been issued a Telecommunicator License by TCOLE at any time must be in good standing and have an eligible license ready for appointment to the San Antonio Police Department.
• Applicants must remedy any TCOLE license deactivations or suspensions before their start date.
• TCOLE licensing requirements include a significant background check.
• Applicants must be United States citizens or naturalized United States citizens.
• Must possess an honorable discharge from the branch of the military in which the applicant served, if applicable.
• Applicants must pass a fingerprint-based Criminal Justice Information System background check meeting the requirements of the FBI and the Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Must not have a conviction for a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten (10) years from the date of conviction.
• Must not have a conviction for a Class A misdemeanor or higher.
• Must not have a conviction for family violence.
• Juvenile convictions are held to the same standard as adult convictions.
• Out-of-state convictions are held to the Texas equivalent.
• Must submit to a background investigation as required by state law.
• Must provide truthful and accurate information at all times during the application process.
• Any dishonesty discovered during the application process will result in automatic disqualification and the applicant being deemed permanently unsuitable for hire.
• A full list of requirements can be found at www.tcole.texas.gov.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to type 35 words per minute.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of services provided by the Police Department.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to learn the Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedures, and Uniform Crime Report Guidelines.
• Ability to learn Police Department rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to learn pertinent Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
  City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform more than one task at a time, good short term memory and ability to absorb and retain numerous formats, rules, regulations and procedures taught during training period.
• Ability to assist irate residents with tactfulness.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05
How many years of experience do you have in a law enforcement related field to include computer related experience?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

06
Can you type at least 35 words per minute?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you have experience with computers?

• Yes
• No

08
If you answered "yes" to the above question, please list the computer software you have worked with. If you answered "no", answer "N/A".
09
Describe your experience with Emergency Response. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."
10
Please describe in detail your experience in writing detailed reports with sensitive content. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."
11
How would your previous Supervisors describe your ability to stay on task in a high stress environment?
12
The following information will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to compete in the Police Expediter selection process. You MUST complete this information in order for your application to be considered. Select "Yes" if you understand this requirement.

• Yes
• No

13
Do you have any relatives currently working of the City of San Antonio Police Department Communications Division?

• Yes
• No

14
Do you have the ability to obtain TCOLE Telecommunicator Certification within one (1) year of employment?

• Yes
• No

15
Do you have the ability to obtain TCIC/NCIC, Full Access Certification within six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

16
Do you meet the minimum requirements established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards for Telecommunicators?

• Yes
• No

17
I understand that the state mandated eligibility for this position requires applicants to be a United States citizen.

• Yes
• No

18
I understand that the state mandated eligibility for this position requires applicants to have an honorable discharge from the branch of military served.

• Yes
• No

19
I understand that a conviction of a Class B Misdemeanor in the last ten (10) years or any conviction of a higher offense is an automatic disqualifier.

• Yes
• No

20
I understand that any conviction of family violence is an automatic disqualifier.

• Yes
• No

21
I understand that any dishonesty found during the application process will result in automatic disqualification and permanently unsuitable for hire at any other time.

• Yes
• No

22
I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony...