Public Safety Dispatcher (part-time) - Office of Public Safety - Mississippi College : Job Details

Public Safety Dispatcher (part-time) - Office of Public Safety

Mississippi College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher (part-time), Office of Public Safety. This is a non-sworn position.The Public Safety Dispatcher reports directly to the Director or Assistant Director of Public Safety.

Essential Responsibilities

* Receives calls concerning crimes, emergencies, and other requests for assistance; monitors and responds to calls from the University system, as well as from campus Blue Light emergency telephones.

* Monitors fire and burglar alarms and alarm systems for all university buildings.

* Broadcasts orders to public safety officers in vicinity to investigate complaint or request when appropriate; relays instructions or questions from patrol units.

* Assists with emergency alert paging in the event of a campus emergency.

* Relays radio and telephone messages between public safety officers and the campus community.

* Performs receptionist duties; responds to questions from walk-in and telephone traffic.

* Monitors the campus closed circuit camera systems.

* Performs various clerical duties including completing the electronic dispatch log and filing reports.

* Serves as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

* Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Fully support the mission, vision, and values of Mississippi College.

* High school diploma, degree or University hours desirable but not required.

* Previous dispatch or public safety experience desired.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the specific duties of the position.

* Willingness to work evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours as needed.

* Submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.