Campus Police Dispatcher & Emergency Communications Pro

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston Police Department is seeking a Telecommunicator to receive emergency and non-emergency requests, dispatch officers, and operate the CAD system and radio equipment. The role involves monitoring alarms, entering data, and providing support to officers in the field.

Requires at least one year of related experience and certification/licensing related to the telecommunication field. Equal opportunity employer; background checks and drug testing are standard for employment.

Qualifications

• Requires good grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Requires minimum 1 year directly-related experience.
• Certification/licensing required; Telecommunicator Certification (TCLEOSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives emergency and non-emergency requests from the University community and dispatches calls.
• Transmits requests to the appropriate Police Officer.
• Inputs information into a computer database and maintains data accuracy.
• Monitors campus alarms and dispatches officers when needed.
• Operates radio consoles and related equipment in the Communication Center.
• Issues equipment and maintains records for department personnel.
• May provide guidance and training to new dispatchers.

Skills

Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation

Basic Math

Communication

Dispatch/Radio Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Telecommunicator Certification (TCLEOSE)

Tools

Computer Aided Dispatch System

Radio Consoles

Dictaphone

Telecopier

Job description

The University of Houston Police Department is seeking a Telecommunicator to receive emergency and non-emergency requests, dispatch officers, and operate the CAD system and radio equipment. The role involves monitoring alarms, entering data, and providing support to officers in the field.

Requires at least one year of related experience and certification/licensing related to the telecommunication field. Equal opportunity employer; background checks and drug testing are standard for employment.