Public Safety Dispatcher

USC Department of Public Safety (DPS)

Los Angeles, California, USA
$28.31 hourly; benefits: tuition assistance, healt...
Radio communications equipment
Computer aided dispatch system
Maintain manual and automated records
The Public Safety Dispatcher performs multiple functions in the Communications Center in support of various department personnel at the University Park Campus, Health Sciences Campus, and University Parking Center

Job Summary

  • The Public Safety Dispatcher performs multiple functions in the Communications Center in support of various department personnel at the University Park Campus, Health Sciences Campus, and University Parking Center.
  • The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, listening skills and the ability to make instantaneous decisions based on minimal information.
  • USC offers an excellent package of benefits and programs including tuition assistance, comprehensive health insurance, and a 403b retirement account with matching contribution.

Matching Summary

The Public Safety Dispatcher performs multiple functions in the Communications Center in support of various department personnel at the University Park Campus, Health Sciences Campus, and University Parking Center.

Salary

$28.31 hourly; Benefits: Tuition assistance, health, dental, vision insurance, 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution, 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • radio communications equipment
  • Computer Aided Dispatch system
  • maintain manual and automated records
  • work under pressure
  • excellent verbal and written communication

Nice-to-have

  • controlling emotions
  • campus and surrounding area geography
  • working knowledge of two-way radio
  • interpersonal interactions effectively

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 6-12 months experience
  • Valid driver's license for 2 years
  • Ability to type 30 net words per minute
  • Working knowledge of computer input

Work Rights

Not specified

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