Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Weekend & Holiday Shifts

Saint Louis University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to receive calls, dispatch security services, operate base radios, answer phones, monitor alarms and CCTV, and relay communications. Weekend and holiday availability and all-shifts work are required.

The role demands strong verbal and written communication, excellent typing, and the ability to stay calm in emergencies while handling confidential information. 40-hour on-site work week.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in a role with high public interaction.
• Background check and drug screening required at hire and during employment.

Responsibilities

• Receives requests for public safety assistance and dispatches police, fire, or medical services.
• Operates base station radio and relays messages to officers and university units.
• Maintains communications logs and processes confidential materials.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal relations

Typing

In-service training

Physical/psych fitness

Clear speech

Calm under pressure

Data extraction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Saint Louis University is seeking a Public Safety Dispatcher to receive calls, dispatch security services, operate base radios, answer phones, monitor alarms and CCTV, and relay communications. Weekend and holiday availability and all-shifts work are required.

The role demands strong verbal and written communication, excellent typing, and the ability to stay calm in emergencies while handling confidential information. 40-hour on-site work week.