Student Public Safety Dispatcher

City of Auburn, AL; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Auburn, AL seeks a Student Public Safety Telecommunicator to handle emergency and non‑emergency calls, dispatch resources, and monitor responder activity. You will report to the Public Safety Telecommunications Supervisor and support communications operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with certifications in CJIC/NCIC and Public Safety Telecommunicator anticipated within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, plus related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD/RMS and public safety communications advisable.
• Ability to obtain CJIC/NCIC and Public Safety Telecommunicator certifications within six months.

Responsibilities

• Answers emergency and administrative telephone lines.
• Dispatches Police and Fire units as appropriate.
• Queries and enters/maintains records via ACIC and NCIC databases.
• Maintains databases and paperwork for CAD and RMS.
• Provides administrative support for communications operations.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication software

Two-way radios operation

Multi-line telephone systems

Data entry and word processing

Stressful situation decision-making

Clear written and oral communication

Teamwork and public service mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)

Records Management Systems (RMS)

Alabama CJIC and NCIC databases

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job description

The City of Auburn, AL seeks a Student Public Safety Telecommunicator to handle emergency and non‑emergency calls, dispatch resources, and monitor responder activity. You will report to the Public Safety Telecommunications Supervisor and support communications operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with certifications in CJIC/NCIC and Public Safety Telecommunicator anticipated within six months.