Campus Safety Dispatcher (Casual, PT)

Bucknell University; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling options

Medical, vision, dental insurance

retirement plan with 10% employer"s

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition remission for staff and depend

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bucknell University is seeking a part-time Public Safety Communications Officer (casual role) to join the 24-hour Communications Center on campus. You will handle emergency and routine calls, dispatch officers, and monitor alarms and cameras from a central hub.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and may bring APCO certifications or related dispatch training. This on-campus position offers flexible scheduling across three shifts and is non-benefits eligible.

Qualifications

• Handles emergency and routine calls via phone and radio.
• Dispatches Public Safety Officers immediately.
• Monitors alarms and camera feeds using NCIC/JNET and related systems.
• Maintains clear communication between officers, campus and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Answers emergency and routine calls and dispatches appropriate personnel.
• Keeps accurate operation logs in compliance with regulations.
• Operates campus surveillance and alarm systems; alerts responders as needed.
• Assists with residential access and parking issues as required.
• Searches logs to support officer requests and investigations.
• Updates campus address and GPS data in university systems.
• Coordinates after-hours work orders and staff for emergencies.
• Performs non-essential duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency dispatch

Public safety communications

Radio/phone handling

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NCIC/JNET

CCTV surveillance systems

Job description

Bucknell University is seeking a part-time Public Safety Communications Officer (casual role) to join the 24-hour Communications Center on campus. You will handle emergency and routine calls, dispatch officers, and monitor alarms and cameras from a central hub.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and may bring APCO certifications or related dispatch training. This on-campus position offers flexible scheduling across three shifts and is non-benefits eligible.