Director Public Safety Communications and Technology Tulane University
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FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title
Director Public Safety Communications and Technology
Location
New Orleans, LA, US
Organization Name
TUHSC Public Safety, Tulane Medical Center
Posting Summary
The Director of Public Safety Communications and Technology for Tulane University’s Police Department plans, directs, and manages the operations of the Communications Center, oversees the records division, and maintains operational oversight of all departmental technologies.
This individual will be responsible for the supervision of communications staff, management of departmental records, compliance with state and federal records laws, information technology, as well as property and evidence.
The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with established institutional and departmental goals, policies and procedures, as well as compliance with policies and procedures of the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) as stated in the user agreement and cooperative endeavor agreement with TUPD.
Additionally, this individual will be responsible for developing strategic growth as related to communications and other technology.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Good customer service skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry technology
- Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal records requirements
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Ability to provide direction and make decisions under pressure
- Ability to organize, plan, and present operational goals and strategies
- Ability and willingness to demonstrate respect and safeguard the dignity and rights of all individuals
- Knowledge of university and police department rules, regulations, and other written directives and the ability to interpret and effectively implement such policies in the work environment
- Ability to operate computerized equipment including basic typing / keyboarding skills and two-way radio.
- Ability to multi-task
- Thorough working knowledge of Communications Unit equipment and systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, State, Local and other regulatory boards and requirements governing radio and electronic transmission
- Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials of law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency medical care agencies, as well as representatives from other local, State, and Federal agencies and the public
- Excellent analytical skills; ability to effectively compile, calculate, analyze and present statistical data
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
Required Education and / or Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years’ directly related experience
- High School Diploma / Equivalent and nine (9) years’ directly related experience. Intermediate Technology experience required
POST HIRE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
Must successfully complete the following mandatory trainings, as well as obtain and retain all required certifications :
- Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
- Enhanced 911 training and certification
- APCO Telecommunicator I and II certification
- An approved Communications Officer training course and an approved department training program
Preferred Qualifications
Previous communications work experience in an academic or municipal environment
How To Apply
Please Note : Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
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