Dispatcher

Sussex County Community College; Newton (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sussex County Community College in Newton, NJ is seeking a part-time Campus Dispatcher. The dispatcher monitors security communications, coordinates responses to emergencies, dispatches security personnel, and maintains logs of calls for service.

This role reports to the Director of Campus Safety & Security and requires the ability to work varied shifts. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, prior dispatch or public safety experience, strong verbal and written communication,

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior dispatch, security, public safety or related experience preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and communicate clearly.
• Proficiency with dispatch-related software and MS Office.

Aufgaben

• Receive, evaluate, and prioritize incoming calls for security assistance and emergencies.
• Dispatch campus security personnel using two-way radio and other systems.
• Monitor cameras, alarm systems, and access control, reporting irregularities.
• Maintain logs, reports, and records of incidents and activities.
• Coordinate responses with local law enforcement and emergency services.

Kenntnisse

Diverse populations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Independent work

Dispatch software

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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Dispatcher

Part Time Newton, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1204

Sussex County Community College is seeking a part time Campus Dispatcher. The SCCC Campus Dispatcher is responsible for monitoring campus safety communications, coordinating responses to emergencies, dispatching security personnel, and providing vital support to ensure the safety and well-being of the college community. The dispatcher operates communication equipment including radios, telephones, and computer-aided dispatch systems, and maintains records of all calls for service. Reporting to the Director of Campus Safety & Security.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, evaluate, and prioritize incoming calls for security assistance, emergencies, and general information.
• Dispatch campus security personnel to incidents using two-way radio and other communication systems.
• Monitor security cameras, alarm systems, fire alarms, and access control systems, and report irregularities as appropriate
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and records of incidents, officer activities, and dispatch calls.
• Serve as a central point of contact for coordinating responses with local law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services when necessary.
• Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Assist with issuing ID cards, parking permits, and other safety-related documentation, as required
• Support emergency response and evacuation procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks related to campus safety operations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, including maintaining a valid driver’s license in good standing with DMV for those jobs that require driving.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED required

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work experience in a dispatch, security, public safety or related field strongly preferred.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional and compassionate demeanor
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Proficiency with computers and dispatch-related software; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and multitask effectively.
• Must be available to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety and security regulations applicable to a college environment.
• NJ Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification
• Familiarity with Clery Act reporting and Title IX considerations.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus.

Sussex County Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Effective September 1, 2011, the NJ First Act requires that certain classifications of persons employed by a public higher education institution will have 365 days within which to establish a primary residence in NJ. Failure to comply will render the individual unqualified to continue to hold the position. Individuals may seek exemption from the residency requirement based on critical need or hardship.