PT - Police Dispatcher

Arizona Western College; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Arizona Western College seeks a part-time Public Safety Clerk to operate campus communications equipment, handle emergency and non-emergency calls, and assist with fingerprinting. The role includes maintaining logs, coordinating with public safety agencies, and providing courteous customer service.

Flexibility for evenings/nights and weekends may be required. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to react calmly in emergencies, and strong written and verbal

Qualifications

• Must be able to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking.
• Applicants may indicate language proficiencies relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Operate ACJIS/NCIC systems and assist with fingerprinting.
• Maintain daily logs, including police blotter page and report logbook.
• Operate fixed two-way base communication equipment and emergency lines.
• Performs various clerical tasks; provides customer service.
• Enter reports, citations, parking permits, and employee status information in the database system.
• Coordinate initial response with outside public safety agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Emergency response calmness

Time management

Public relations

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACJIS/NCIC systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary of Function:

Operates fixed base communication equipment, including 911 system; receives distress and emergency calls; dispatches mobile units; logs messages transmitted and received; sends and receives messages via criminal justice computer system; operates several phone lines, including emergency call boxes; performs various clerical tasks. Must react quickly and calmly in emergencies. Communicating effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Assists with fingerprinting.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Operates ACJIS/NCIC systems and assists with fingerprinting
  
• Maintain daily log(s), including police blotter web page and report logbook
  
• Operates fixed two-way base communication equipment, including an emergency call box system
  
• Performs various clerical tasks; provides customer service
  
• Enter reports, citations, parking permits, and employee status information in the database system
  
• Maintain multiple phone lines, including emergency phone lines, and act as liaison with outside public safety agencies and coordinate the initial response
  
• Monitor the fire alarm system for the entire AWC main Campus, and will serve as initial contact for alarm companies covering the satellite campuses
  
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Any combination of training, education, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties
  
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent

Classification:

• Non-Exempt

Position Type & Work Schedule:

• Part-time
  
• Up to 19 hours per week
  
• Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
  
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
  
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications especially those specific to the department operations
  
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
  
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
  
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
  
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
  
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
  
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional and supportive manner
  
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
  
• Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in a rapid growth environment
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
  
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic workload and demands
  
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
  
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent situations
  
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
  
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
  
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
• Inside office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
  
• Work is performed in an open office environment with staff, students, and community contact and interruptions

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
  
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times, a minimum of 10 pounds
  
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist

Travel:

• Required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support program, department, and institutional needs

Note:

• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
  
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

POSTING DATE: May 19, 2026

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER