What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly Pooled - Police Dispatcher position at UW Candidate Experience?
The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!
JOB TITLE:
Part-Time Police Dispatcher
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JOB PURPOSE:
To answer emergency and non-emergency phone calls and coordinate the response of law enforcement officers to crime and accident scenes; to provide assistance to officers by answering queries about things like driver's license or warrant information.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties include dispatching officers, answering both emergent and non-emergent telephone calls, checking weapons in/out and various other duties.
Initiate and/or receive immediate response to both emergency and non-emergency calls/situations via 911 emergency phone lines, elevator and campus emergency call boxes, hearing impaired line, university directory assistance console and on a walk-in basis to the Police Department.
Receive public safety radio transmissions using a multi-band law enforcement network to dispatch police officers, security guards, student service units; monitor other radio frequencies utilized by city, county and state law enforcement agencies; maintain logs according to FCC regulations. Monitor various alarm systems.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Graduate or GED
Experience: Must be able to type and have knowledge of computers.
Other requirements: Applicants must be mature and dependable.
Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Dispatcher or the ability to obtain within two years of employment.
Certified Law Enforcement Telecom Operator or the ability to obtain within two years of employment.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and/or written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
