Public Safety Telecommunicator

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Dispatcher for the Division of Institutional Planning and Operations Police Department.

Among the key duties of this position are the following :

• Monitors, receives, and coordinates all communications with university / campus police headquarters and the field, including emergency 9-1-1 calls.
• Handles both in-person and telephone inquiries from the public.
• Refers calls or dispatches assistance as appropriate.
• Provides medical pre-arrival instructions for calls received via 9-1-1.
• Monitors, updates, and maintains various departmental logs and lists.

Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week 19 Daily Work Shift Rotating Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary $23.

00 - $26.00 per hour Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, and / or up to 4 years of relevant office, clerical, bookkeeping, library assistant or related experience depending on the duties to be performed.
• An equivalent combination of education and / or experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Certifications / Licenses

• Valid drivers license.
• Must be certified 9-1-1 operator or receive certification within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Radio communications or dispatcher experience, and personal computer experience is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must have effective client service skills.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions

• Shift Hours / Schedule : Rotating
• Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, and holidays; occasional overtime is required.
• Clean Driving Record
30+ days ago