Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is to manage the County's radio system and public safety technologies within the Sheriff's office. Will work closely with partnering agencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain radio system network and infrastructure for the entire county wide radio system and interfaces with other radio systems that provide public safety communications capabilities.
• Maintain/Administer Brazos ticket writers for patrol.
• Maintain/Administer camera video system.
• Maintain/Administer License Plate Reader system(s).
• Administer Public Safety Software (i.e. RMS, Quartermaster, MDIS, etc.).
• Maintain/Administer/Coordinate all other Law Enforcement technologies at the Sheriff's Office/Jail that IT does not currently maintain.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position may have supervisory responsibilities, budget responsibilities involving recommendations and system upgrades.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Significant knowledge of computer database information systems and properties in relation to official records management and law enforcement activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, staff, other agencies and departments.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping, and records management; legal and law enforcement terminology.
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Ability to be self-disciplined and self-motivated to work alone and with others.
• Available 24/7 to respond to systems emergencies involving the radio system or public safety technologies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergo an extensive background check (Same as sworn).
• May be required to submit to a polygraph examination.
• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Basic Texas Peace Officer's license preferred but not required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in Information Technologies preferred.
• Experience in managing a P25 radio system preferred but not required.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position performs work in an office and vehicle. Health and safety hazards are minimal. Fine dexterity, sitting, and vision are constantly required. Must be able to lift 30-40 pounds.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

TATTOO LIMITATIONS:

Visible offensive tattoos or body art are prohibited without exception to include, but not limited to, those that depict racial, sexual, discriminatory, gang-related or obscene language.

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