Dispatcher (Revised)

Pay Range

Pay Range: Targeted salary $18.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits

Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule

Shift work, must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Travel

Not required

Position Introduction

OUPD Dispatcher - Become an essential part of campus safety! The University is seeking a dependable and proactive Dispatcher to support campus safety operations by coordinating emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching appropriate responders, and maintaining effective communication with campus police and external agencies. This role monitors security cameras, alarm systems, and radio communications; documents all incidents and service requests; and assists with securing campus facilities through electronic access control systems. The position also serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), ensuring compliance with safety reporting requirements, while providing calm, professional, and efficient service in a dynamic university environment focused on the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Why Join Us

We offer a supportive team environment, meaningful community engagement, steady and mission driven work, a comprehensive benefits package, paid training, and the chance to build a fulfilling public service career in a university setting.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles
• Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date

Department Preferences

• Previous experience dispatching for a public safety organization
• OLETS certification
• Bilingual in conversational Spanish and English

Hiring Contingent Upon

• A Background Check
• A Driver's License Check
• Post Offer Employment Testing (POET)