What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Dispatcher Posting Number CSA02292P Department USD-University Police Department Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The USD University Police Department Dispatcher is an entry-level position to be trained in collecting information from the general public and other agencies through verbal, written, or computer contact; analyze and evaluate the urgency of the request and prioritize the request; disseminate to proper personnel or deploy appropriate maintenance, law enforcement, fire and ambulance services. This position accesses and researches numerous computer databases to gather information and apprise police officers and other agencies of information to assist in investigations. This position transmits and monitors radio transmissions, log officer’s daily activities, report incidents, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency services to necessary locations. This position will attend the SD Basic 911 Telecommunicator certification course within their first year of employment. The applicant must meet the minimum standards as outlined in SD Administrative Rule Chapter 2:05:01. Duties to include dispatching, parking enforcement, working special events and other duties as assigned. Dispatchers currently work a rotating schedule. Shifts are midnight to 8 AM, 8 AM to 4 PM, and 4 PM to midnight.
Posting Date 02/18/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/04/2025 Advertised Salary $21.40 per hour Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
Varied hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University Police Department is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the USD community.
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Contact Information
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Crawling, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment, Outdoors Environment, Classroom Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Posting Details
Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Dispatcher Posting Number CSA02292P Department USD-University Police Department Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text
The USD University Police Department Dispatcher is an entry-level position to be trained in collecting information from the general public and other agencies through verbal, written, or computer contact; analyze and evaluate the urgency of the request and prioritize the request; disseminate to proper personnel or deploy appropriate maintenance, law enforcement, fire and ambulance services. This position accesses and researches numerous computer databases to gather information and apprise police officers and other agencies of information to assist in investigations. This position transmits and monitors radio transmissions, log officer’s daily activities, report incidents, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency services to necessary locations. This position will attend the SD Basic 911 Telecommunicator certification course within their first year of employment. The applicant must meet the minimum standards as outlined in SD Administrative Rule Chapter 2:05:01. Duties to include dispatching, parking enforcement, working special events and other duties as assigned. Dispatchers currently work a rotating schedule. Shifts are midnight to 8 AM, 8 AM to 4 PM, and 4 PM to midnight.
Posting Date 02/18/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/04/2025 Advertised Salary $21.40 per hour Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
Varied hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University Police Department is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the USD community.
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Contact Information
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Latex Gloves, Protective Clothing If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Crawling, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office Environment, Outdoors Environment, Classroom Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other
- Reference List
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