- Any combination of clerical education or experience and/or college or university level course work which is equivalent to two years of full-time employment.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time and to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device with speed and accuracy.
- Ability to communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
- Skill in using equipment such as multi-frequency radio, teletype, telephone, TDD and computers.
- Skill in communicating with members of the public and departmental staff both orally and in writing.
- Must achieve certification in IOWA/NCIC (National Crime Information Center) System within 6 months of employment.
- Must attend 40-hour training course at Iowa Law Enforcement Academy within one year of employment.
- Must pass CritiCall Testing, which screens for the basic skill set needed to perform the job.
- Must pass departmental background check.
- Operates a multi-frequency radio system in accordance with FCC regulations and completes a radio log and other records as required.
- Operates a multi-line telephone system providing emergency and business information.
- May be responsible for monitoring 911 phone system.
- Monitors radio traffic from surrounding local and state law enforcement agencies and relays information to patrol units.
- Dispatches duty personnel to requests for assistance or complaints.
- Receives and provides information to visitors, faculty, staff, and students.
- Notifies on-call personnel as required by departmental policy.
- Receives and relays emergency weather and road information to public safety officers and to other university departments and the university administration as required.
- Provides information to institutional public information services or outside news services on incidents and accident information as required.
- Monitors, updates, and relays information regarding building alarms.
- Operates a computer for the state crime computer network.
- Maintains voice communication tapes and applicable files and manuals for reference at public safety dispatch office.
- Knowledge of the geography of the university campus.
- Knowledge of FCC regulations and public safety dispatching procedures.
- Skill in using equipment such as multi-frequency radio, teletype, telephone, TDD, and computers.
- Skill in communicating with members of the public and departmental staff both orally and in writing.
- Ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer terminal, PC, or other keyboard device.
- Ability to communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time and to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various voluntary benefits and discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing program
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Public Safety Dispatcher I - Ames, United States - Iowa State University
Description
Position Title:
Public Safety Dispatcher I
Job Group:
Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Public Safety experience
Dispatch experience
Job Description:
The Department of Public Safety at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for a Public Safety Dispatcher I.
Under general supervision, this position provides communications of a public safety nature for university police and other departments as well as surrounding law enforcement agencies and emergency response agencies utilizing multi-frequency radio, computer systems, telephone, TDD (telecommunications device for the deaf), and personal contact.
In addition, this position is responsible for monitoring university emergency phones and multiple alarm systems.The duties of this position require:
Other Requirements:
Iowa State University Police Department employees will support the Department's vision and mission by operating in a fair, unbiased manner, which respects the rights and dignity of all individuals.
Department employees' everyday actions are guided by the Department's values of Respect, Integrity, Caring, Honor, Excellence and Service (RICHES) and be grounded in the highest ethical and professional standards.
Department employees are expected to work in partnership with the campus and area communities to provide leadership in solving community problems, preventing crime and providing a safe environment to fulfill the mission of the University.
Employees will strive for excellence in fulfilling the Department's Mission and Vision Statements, values and goals.Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
7591a
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application.
Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email or call or
Toll Free:
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Original Posting Date:
May 15, 2024
Posting Close Date:
June 16, 2024
Job Requisition Number:
R14709