Dispatcher (Revised)

University of Oklahoma

  • Norman, Oklahoma
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role monitors security cameras, alarm systems, and radio communications; documents all incidents and service requests; and assists with securing campus facilities through electronic access control systems. The position also serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), ensuring compliance with safety reporting requirements, while providing calm, professional, and efficient service in a dynamic university environment focused on the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNorman, Oklahoma

    Description

    Pay Range: Targeted salary $18.00 per hour, based on experience

    Benefits Eligible: Yes

    Work Schedule: Shift work, must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

    Travel: Not required

    Position Introduction:

    OUPD Dispatcher - Become an essential part of campus safety! The University is seeking a dependable and proactive Dispatcher to support campus safety operations by coordinating emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching appropriate responders, and maintaining effective communication with campus police and external agencies. This role monitors security cameras, alarm systems, and radio communications; documents all incidents and service requests; and assists with securing campus facilities through electronic access control systems. The position also serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), ensuring compliance with safety reporting requirements, while providing calm, professional, and efficient service in a dynamic university environment focused on the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Why Join Us? We offer a supportive team environment, meaningful community engagement, steady and mission driven work, a comprehensive benefits package, paid training, and the chance to build a fulfilling public service career in a university setting.

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    Required Education and Experience:

    • High School diploma or GED.

    Required Certifications and Licenses:

    • Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles.
    • Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date.

    Department Preferences:

    • Previous experience dispatching for a public safety organization.
    • OLETS certification.
    • Bilingual in conversational Spanish and English.

    Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

    Special Indications:

    • Hiring contingent upon driver's license check.
    • Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET).

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