Dispatcher

University of California - Riverside; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for motivated individuals to join their team as a Police Dispatcher. This entry-level role involves operating emergency service systems and communication devices, ensuring effective dispatching of calls for law enforcement and other services. The position offers a competitive hourly wage with opportunities for growth, making it an excellent entry point for those passionate about serving the public. If you have strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring strong communication and typing skills.
• Ability to operate emergency service systems and dispatch calls.

Responsibilities

• Receive, route, relay, and dispatch calls for emergency and non-emergency services.
• Operate various communication devices under supervision.

Skills

Communication Skills

Typing Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Emergency Services Systems

Communication Devices

Job description

The University of California Riverside seeks motivated applicants interested in serving the public by becoming a Police Dispatcher for the UC Riverside Police & Campus Safety Department. Under supervision, the Police Dispatcher is an entry-level position that will perform various duties involved in operating the emergency services systems and various communication devices and will receive, route, relay, and dispatch calls for emergency and non-emergency law enforcement, fire, and other services.

**Please be advised that a typing exam will be required as part of the recruitment process.**

The full salary range for the Dispatcher is $31.24 - $41.66 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $37.50 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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