Dispatcher

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 16–22 hours per month

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma's OU Health Sciences City Campus Police Department is seeking Dispatchers to serve the university by handling emergency calls, service requests, and monitoring security systems.

You will prioritize calls, operate radio frequencies, log transmissions, and guide responders with clear directions. This is an on-site, rotating-shift role with generous PTO and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles
• Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date

Responsibilities

• Receive and prioritize simultaneous calls and dispatch responses.
• Control police radio frequencies and record transmissions.
• Maintain logs and records of calls and responses.
• Determine emergencies in the dispatch area and provide directions.
• Relay records to officers in the field.
• Perform other duties as needed

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Driver License

Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification

Job description

Pay Range:

Targeted salary up to $18.00/hour, depending on experience.

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Work Schedule:

Rotating Shift Schedule

Travel:

Not required

Position Introduction

Emergencies happen. When first responders are on the scene, it is because someone sent them there. They listened to the needs of the caller and were able to communicate these needs to a team so help could arrive. They may not but on the front lines, but their role changed lives. This person could be you.

The OU Health Sciences City Campus Police department is looking for individuals to serve the university and its mission as Dispatchers. You will be the eyes and the ears for the police department as you assist with emergency calls, service requests, and monitoring security cameras and alarms.

What’s In It For You

On top of a rewarding career and your salary, you will also be entitled to:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): When we say generous, we mean it. You will receive 16 – 22 hours of PTO per month. Enjoy ample vacation days and holidays to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Your well-being matters to us. Benefit from health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.

Retirement Planning: Secure your financial future. Our retirement plans empower you to build savings and prepare for retirement with confidence.

What You Will Do

Receive and prioritize simultaneous calls on multiple instruments and dispatch responses to calls for service and to alarms.

Control police radio frequencies, record and monitor all radio transmissions and incoming telephone calls and maintain required logs and records.

Determine whether an emergency is in the dispatch service area and provides accurate and clear directions to specific locations.

Relay records and information to officers in the field.

Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• None

Required Certifications And Licenses

• Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles
• Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes