- Answers telephone calls and walk-up inquiries and requests for service.
- Communicates with Public Safety and Facilities Management personnel, by phone, radio and in-person, to resolve calls for service and emergency situations.
- Communicates with 911 personnel to request emergency assistance for police, fire and medical response to campus.
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- Maintains accurate daily log of events.
- Performs occasional light administrative tasks.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
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- Experience as a public safety/911 or campus security dispatcher.
- High school diploma.
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- Strong command of the English language.
- Ability to maintain calm and professional demeanor during stressful or critical situations.
- Ability to communicate department/University policies and procedures in a professional manner.
- Strong computer skills, including solid experience with Microsoft Office products.
- Comfortable with technical equipment to include, radios, scanners, electronic access control, fire panels and PC based programs.
- Ability to work varying shifts, as required to meet departmental requirements.
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Dispatcher - Full-Time - Elmhurst, United States - Elmhurst University
Description
Posting TextPosting Number S00537P Position Status Non-Exempt Reporting Relationship(s) Assistant Director of Public Safety for Communications and Support Services Supervisory Relationships Job Summary
To reliably and effectively function as the in-office Public Safety representative, answering calls for service and communicating with patrol staff, Facilities Management personnel, Residence Life and other offices.
Maintains basic records associated with daily shift activities, and performs data entry of incident reports, parking records and other department information in an accurate and timely manner.
In the event of an emergency situation, activates the University's emergency procedures to protect life, prevent injury, protect property, and initiates emergency notifications.
Salary Grade Essential FunctionsEmployee is subject to indoor environmental conditions in an office setting.
Position requires the ability to sit and remain alert for extended periods of time, to stand and walk unassisted, to occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 pounds, and to reach and grasp items and controls.
Position requires normal vision and accurate hearing, as the position involves communication via phone, 2-way radio, and in-person, and monitoring of emergency scanners and alarm systems with audible alerts.
The ability to communicate clearly in English, verbally and in writing, is required.Work Hours
The afternoon shift. This shift covers 2:00pm - 10:00pm. 5 days a week with regular set days off determined based on operational needs.
Posting Date 02/05/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Elmhurst University is a leading institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential.
Elmhurst University offers more than 70 undergraduate majors, 17 graduate programs, degree-completion programs for busy adults, and the acclaimed Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with developmental disabilities.
Elmhurst University is one of the Top 10 Colleges in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report; and U.S. News, Money and Forbes magazines consistently rank Elmhurst as one of the Midwest's best values in higher education.Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an EO Employer.
Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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