Emergency Communications Dispatcher (Part-Time)

Inside Higher Ed; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive retail and restaurant discounts

Professional training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A higher education institution in Chapel Hill is seeking a Public Safety Telecommunicator to effectively operate the E9-1-1 Communications Center. The role involves managing emergency communications, ensuring law enforcement responses, and multitasking under pressure. Candidates must have a high school diploma, and specific certifications, as well as the ability to handle stressful conditions. This part-time temporary position offers a hiring range of $23.00 - $24.00 per hour, providing critical support for the safety of university community.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and sufficient experience to demonstrate ability to work under pressure.
• Requires certification as a Division of Criminal Information computer operator or ability to achieve within 45 days.
• May require Basic Telecommunicator Certification in accordance with the North Carolina provisions.

Responsibilities

• Operate the UNC E9-1-1 Communications Center effectively and efficiently.
• Collect, process, prioritize and disseminate information under stressful conditions.
• Ensure law enforcement and emergency response alongside ongoing University operations.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Multitasking abilities

Experience with emergency communication systems

Education

High School diploma

Basic Telecommunicator Certification

Certification as Division of Criminal Information operator

Job description

A higher education institution in Chapel Hill is seeking a Public Safety Telecommunicator to effectively operate the E9-1-1 Communications Center. The role involves managing emergency communications, ensuring law enforcement responses, and multitasking under pressure. Candidates must have a high school diploma, and specific certifications, as well as the ability to handle stressful conditions. This part-time temporary position offers a hiring range of $23.00 - $24.00 per hour, providing critical support for the safety of university community.