Police Dispatcher - 007421
University of South Alabama · Mobile, AL · 4 days ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the role
The University of South Alabama’s Police Department seeks to hire a Police Dispatcher.
Responsibilities
- Operates base radios to communicate with department staff.
- Answers telephone and directs calls, including emergency on-campus calls.
- Greets visitors and provides directions.
- Contacts appropriate personnel during emergency situations.
- Completes forms.
- Enters dispatch calls into a computerized dispatch system.
- Accesses various databases using a PC.
- Maintains files.
- Utilizes good verbal and written communication skills when answering calls and utilizing radios.
- Remains calm and effective under heavy workloads and emergency situations.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relations with public safety and other government officials, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
- Stays abreast of all University properties and the location of each.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of security or related experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Qualifications
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
Skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and effective under heavy workloads and emergency situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with public safety and other government officials, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
Benefits
- Varies.
Pay
- Varies.
Schedule
- Varies.