Police Dispatcher, University Police Department

The California State University; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking university as a Police Dispatcher, where your role is crucial in maintaining safety on campus. In this full-time position, you will manage emergency calls, coordinate responses, and ensure the well-being of the university community. This role offers a pathway to permanent status after a probationary period, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and retirement options. If you are passionate about public safety and have excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant educational environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Waiver

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required for effective emergency response.
• Experience in emergency management is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial caller interrogation for emergency situations.
• Allocate personnel and resources to incidents as needed.

Skills

Emergency Response Coordination

Communication Skills

Interrogation Techniques

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Emergency Management Training

Tools

Radio Communication Systems

Computer-Aided Dispatch Systems

Job description

Police Dispatcher, University Police Department

Apply now Job no: 543184
Work type: Staff
Location: San Marcos
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

The University Police Department is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for the university community of Cal State San Marcos. The department provides a 24-hour communication center staffed by Police Dispatchers. The Police Dispatcher performs initial caller interrogation to determine the appropriate level of service needed in emergency situations and allocates appropriate personnel and resources to incidents. The dispatcher initiates fire, medical emergency, and non-emergency responses, and responses are provided by allied agencies. The dispatcher reports to the Lieutenant and will be under the lead direction of the Police Sergeant.

Position Summary

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,680 - $4,500 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,680 - $6,609 per month

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter, and resume by 11:59pm on October 13, 2024. Application requires answers to supplemental questions.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or e-mail: [e-mail].

Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Must successfully meet and pass a pre-employment medical examination and drug screen.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.