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Fire Communications Specialist
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
- Fire and EMS
Streets Maintenance Worker
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Building Maintenance
Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Environmental Services
- Regulatory and Licensing
Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
Traffic Signal Technician-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Public Works
- Transportation or Transit
Public Health Education Specialist
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Education and Training
- Public Health
Public Works Project Coordinator
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Project Management
- Public Works
Chief Economic Development Officer
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Administration and Management
- Community and Economic Development
Recreation Aide - PT | Dewey Community Center
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Parks and Recreation
Fire Fighter
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Fire and EMS
Senior Public Information & Communications Specialist
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
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Plans Examiner I, II, or III
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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Senior Animal Services Technician
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Animal Control or Services
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Clerical and Administrative Support
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Treatment Operations Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Administration and Management
Development Engineering Manager
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- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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Lateral Transfer Police Officer
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- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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Environmental Compliance Manager
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Environmental Services
- Regulatory and Licensing
Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Other
Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
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- Public Works
- Utilities
- Other
Fire Fighter
- Waco, Texas
- City of Waco
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Fire Fighter
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Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Waco, Texas
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Practice Court Associate
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Public Safety Officer
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- Customs and Border Protection
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- Public Safety
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- Federal Government
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Crosswalk Guard
- Waco, Texas
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
Crosswalk Guard
- Waco, Texas
- WACO ISD
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Residential Monitor
- Waco, Texas
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- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement
- Waco, Texas
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Waco, Texas
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
- Waco, Texas
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Librarian
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Fire Communications Specialist
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas 76701 United States
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
- Sep 20, 2026
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CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County. Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College. The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more. Governance and Organization Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge. The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations. The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing. With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
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- Sep 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary

Minimum Starting Salary is $20.6000 hourly

The City of Waco Seeks:
The ideal candidate has great customer service skills, pay close attention to detail, and can effectively communicate in a professional manner. If this is you, APPLY NOW!

Minimum Qualifications
Required:
H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred:
1 year of customer service and computer experience

Licenses and Certifications Required:
Fire Service Communications from The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) within 180 Days.
Must successfully complete any additional background checks required for the position, which may include a CJIS background check, federal background check, or other applicable screenings (e.g., FAA) Upon Hire Date.
Position Overview
Under basic supervision, answers and processes emergency and non-emergency calls for the Waco Fire Department (WFD), emergency services agencies, and the general public; dispatches appropriate fire department resources and provides radio communications support to emergency responders.

Essential Functions
Answers emergency and non-emergency calls for fire, personal assistance and emergency medical assistance; determines appropriate call classification and priority.
Takes information from callers and enters information into the computer database; provides assistance and information.
Dispatches appropriate resources and monitors active radio traffic; manages resources for appropriate coverage of the city; maintains radio and dispatching equipment.
May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.
Required for All Jobs:
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
Lives the City of Waco Values.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:
Meaningful and challenging work
Make a difference and improve communities
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance
Longevity Pay
And More!
Chance to do work you are passionate about
Desire to give back

Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2026 12:00 PM Central
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CITY OF WACO, TEXAS

Waco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.

Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.

The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.

Governance and Organization

Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.

The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.

The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.

The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.

With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
- https://www.waco-texas.com/Home
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Fire Communications Specialist

Streets Maintenance Worker

Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector

Senior Public Works Maintenance Worker-CDL

Traffic Signal Technician-CDL

Public Health Education Specialist

Public Works Project Coordinator

Chief Economic Development Officer

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Fire Fighter

Senior Public Information & Communications Specialist

Plans Examiner I, II, or III

Senior Animal Services Technician

Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent

Treatment Operations Manager

Development Engineering Manager

Lateral Transfer Police Officer

Environmental Compliance Manager

Water Plant Apprentice/Water Plant Operator I/Water Plant Operator II

Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL

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Practice Court Associate

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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level

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