Dispatcher Recruiting

The TCC Police Department maintains a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week communications office dedicated to supporting the police officers in the field. All communications personnel undergo state-certified initial and continuing training to receive and maintain their Telecommunicator's license.

Hiring Process

The hiring process for law enforcement positions can take several months. In most cases, some or all of the following steps will be involved:

  • Completion of a detailed employment application and personal history statement
  • A written examination (to measure basic reading comprehension and writing skills, general intelligence and/or specific knowledge)
  • An extensive background investigation for the purpose of ascertaining an applicant's character, maturity level, integrity and suitability for police work
  • A physical examination by a physician to determine if an applicant is in sound health
  • A drug screening test to detect use of any illicit drugs
  • A psychological examination by a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist, usually including standardized tests to detect serious psychological disorders and potential psychological problems
  • An oral review board (group interview) often consisting of scenario situations and problem-solving exercises, designed to measure the applicant's decision-making ability, knowledge of the law and general law enforcement procedures, and ethical factors
  • A follow-up interview with the Chief of Police or his designated police official

Requirements

  • Must be a high school graduate or have a GED equivalency
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have no felony convictions
  • Must not have any Class B misdemeanor convictions or court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offenses above the grade of Class B within the last 10 years
  • Must not have convictions, probation or deferred dispositions for family violence
  • Must not have any evidence of recent alcohol abuse or recent narcotic use or involvement
  • Must have a good driving record
  • Must not be prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle
  • Must be of good character
     

Contact

LaShundresia Curtis, Communications Manager
817-515-1944

Updated January 20, 2023