"Emergency Dispatcher"

Job Details

Job Title
Emergency Dispatcher

Department
MUPD Dispatch

Worker Type
Regular

Pay Type Hourly

Hourly Rate
24

Work Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Benefit Eligible
Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?
No

Job Description Summary
Performs a variety of functions related to radio dispatching of emergency services (police/fire/medical) for the campus community, and basic administrative functions for the Miami University Police Department.

Job Description

Essential Duties

• Receives and prioritizes incoming emergency calls from campus; obtains necessary information from callers; dispatches appropriate personnel and relays accurate information regarding situation.
• Monitors campus alarm system; notifies appropriate personnel regarding any alarms received; monitors emergency channels of other agencies.
• Conducts various computer checks regarding parking violations and other information as requested by officers.
• Assists callers by answering questions and providing information.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of communications equipment
• Knowledge of various emergency response units and their functions
• Ability to remain calm and make correct decisions in stressful situations

Preferred Qualifications

• APCO/or related emergency dispatch training.
• Previous law enforcement emergency dispatching experience

Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Submit a resume and references.

Special Instructions (if applicable)
Please submit a resume.

Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.