Public Safety Communications Dispatcher

State of Louisiana; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health Shreveport is seeking a Communications Officer 1/2/3 to support the University Police Department. The role manages emergency calls, dispatches officers, and handles critical information while monitoring CCTV and access systems from the Communications Center.

Ideal candidates possess NCIC terminal operator awareness, six months of relevant experience, and a commitment to courtesy and excellence in public safety. Appointment may require certification within six months.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in transmitting and receiving messages by radio or in administrative services.
• Six months of training in a business or clerical-related curriculum in a business school or technical institute.
• Fifteen semester hours of college training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and transmit clearly and accurately by radio, communication terminal, and telephone.
• Legibly and accurately record and maintain the activity/communications log.
• Monitor security video display and recording system.
• Provide information and directions to visitors, patients, and employees.

Skills

Communicating Effectively

Demonstrating Accountability

Focusing on Customers

Education

Six months of experience in transmitting and receiving messages

Six months of training in business curriculum

Fifteen semester hours of college training

Job description

LSU Health Shreveport is seeking a Communications Officer 1/2/3 to support the University Police Department. The role manages emergency calls, dispatches officers, and handles critical information while monitoring CCTV and access systems from the Communications Center.

Ideal candidates possess NCIC terminal operator awareness, six months of relevant experience, and a commitment to courtesy and excellence in public safety. Appointment may require certification within six months.