Police Dispatcher

UW-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, Wisconsin, US
$19ph; not specified; not specified
Two-way radios
Telephones and computers
Prioritize, multitask, and remain calm
The Police Dispatcher position works within the UW-Stevens Point Police and Security Services Department and is often the first contact with the campus community and the public

Job Summary

  • The Police Dispatcher position works within the UW-Stevens Point Police and Security Services Department and is often the first contact with the campus community and the public.
  • This position provides critical communication via two-way radios, telephones and computers for Campus Police and Security working in the field as well as coordinating emergency campus wide alerts.
  • The candidate must be able to prioritize, multitask, and remain calm during stressful incidents, maintaining an excellent understanding of Department and University policies and procedures.

Matching Summary

The Police Dispatcher position works within the UW-Stevens Point Police and Security Services Department and is often the first contact with the campus community and the public.

Salary

$19/hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • two-way radios
  • telephones and computers
  • prioritize, multitask, and remain calm
  • accurate dispatch logs
  • confidential information handling
  • effective oral and written communication

Nice-to-have

  • excellent understanding of policies
  • attention to details despite interruptions
  • discretion and good judgment

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Passing of background and criminal history check
  • Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful incidents
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Possess attention to details
  • Ability to use discretion and good judgment

Work Rights

Must be eligible to work in the United States

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