Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
007092
Position Title
Police Dispatcher - 007092
Division
Finance and Administration
Department
240100 - University Police
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of security or related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama's Police department is seeking to hire a Police Dispatcher. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Operates base radios to communicate with department staff.
- Answers telephone and directs calls to include 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 data bases 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.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
- Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
05 / 24 / 2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days
Varies
Working Hours
Varies
Job Location
Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
Full Time
Regular or Temporary
Regular