Public Safety Dispatcher I

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant university community as a Public Safety Dispatcher I, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the campus. This dynamic position involves managing emergency communications, operating advanced security systems, and providing exceptional service to students and staff. With a focus on teamwork and community engagement, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values your skills and dedication. Be part of an institution that fosters a welcoming atmosphere and supports your professional growth while making a meaningful impact on campus life.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and law enforcement applications.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with patrol units and dispatch emergency services.
• Monitor alarms and CCTV systems, ensuring campus safety.
• Perform data entry and manage records efficiently.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Entry

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Ability to work under stress

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Law Enforcement Applications

Job description

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S3

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-exempt

Hours

Position work includes late night and early morning shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type

Job Type Full-time

Campus

Unionized Position Code UX

Job Description

A Public Safety Dispatcher I is a position that is responsible for all law enforcement emergency and non-emergency safety and security communications for the University community.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Successfully pass a 480-hour field training program.
• Must be proficient in data entry/keyboarding using various Microsoft Office and law enforcement applications.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation, including but not limited to an initial drug screening and psychological exam.

Skills and Knowledge

• Good knowledge of the geography, patrol territories, roads, streets, buildings owned/operated by the university and special hazards within the University Campus.
• Must have strong communications skills and ability to communicate with a diverse community.
• Must be able to operate and perform under varying degrees of stress and pressure and be able to prioritize emergencies.
• Multi-task in a high-volume, community and student service centered environment.
• Must have the ability to be creative and innovative in problem-solving.
• Candidates may be required to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays and be flexible with schedule.
• Must be willing to work unplanned overtime, special events, planned overtime, and overtime related to emergency call back.
• Candidates must have the ability to effectively engage in communications that are often various and multiple, e.g.: hearing alarms, speaking clearly and hearing feedback on multi-channel radio system, speaking clearly and understanding various dialects on the telephone, viewing live-streaming video with adept concentration skills, navigating various software technologies including those associated with law-enforcement applications and Internet-based websites, and excellent data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate via radio and telephone with patrol units, with various University service and auxiliary departments and with the Onondaga County 911 Center.
• Practices proper radio dispatching techniques using appropriate terminology in a calm and professional manner.
• Monitor, acknowledge and dispatch various alarms and access control systems events, and is responsible for monitoring a vast campus wide closed circuit television ( CCTV ) video security system.
• Provide professional and composed verbal communications with outside police agencies and the general public; maintaining sound customer service practices and meeting the needs of community members under sometimes stressful conditions is essential.
• Operate an extensive array of law enforcement and emergency related communications equipment as well as the latest computer software related technologies, including alert systems, intrusion and duress alarms.
• Manage all records pertaining to daily tour of duty.
• Prioritize all radio and telephone communications. Answer multiple telephone lines, receiving emergency and non-emergency calls for law enforcement, safety and security services, and dispatch patrol and other units to respond.
• Make urgent and critically important decisions regarding emergency situations based on knowledge, skills and policies and procedures.
• Monitor video security system CCTV as assigned and report and/or dispatch any anomalies.
• Service all walk-in customers
• Perform administrative duties such as data entry and retrieval, information filing, record-keeping, supply and equipment inventory and repair requests.
• Runs NYSPIN / NCIC inquiries as requested.
• Monitor key control.
• Comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations relative to communications and protected data and information.
• Report technical problems clearly and expeditiously to appropriate department/division.
• May perform or safety, security or community service related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Candidates must have the ability to effectively engage in communications that are often various and multiple, e.g.: hearing alarms, speaking clearly and hearing feedback on multi-channel radio system, speaking clearly and understanding various dialects on the telephone, viewing live-streaming video with adept concentration skills, navigating various software technologies including those associated with law-enforcement applications and Internet-based websites, and excellent data entry skills.

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

EEO Statement

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.

Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community

Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.

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