Emergency Communications Dispatcher

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama Police Department is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support campus safety and emergency communications from the Main Campus location in Mobile, Alabama. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of security or related experience.

Responsibilities include operating base radios, answering lines (including emergencies), directing calls, processing dispatch data, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of security or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates base radios to communicate with department staff.
• Answers telephone and directs calls including emergency on-campus calls.
• Greets visitors and provides directions.
• Contacts appropriate personnel during emergency situations.
• Completes forms.
• Enters dispatch calls into a computerized dispatch system.
• Accesses various databases using a PC.
• Maintains files.
• Utilizes good verbal and written communication skills when answering calls and utilizing radios.
• Remains calm and effective under heavy workloads and emergency situations.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relations with public safety and other government officials, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
• Stays abreast of all University properties and the location of each.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of South Alabama Police Department is seeking a Police Dispatcher to support campus safety and emergency communications from the Main Campus location in Mobile, Alabama. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of security or related experience.

Responsibilities include operating base radios, answering lines (including emergencies), directing calls, processing dispatch data, and maintaining records.