Job Details
Dispatcher
2024-11-18 University of Oklahoma Oklahoma City,OK
Description:
Job Requirements
Education Required: High School Diploma
Certifications or Licenses
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Job Description
Emergencies happen. When first responders are on the scene, it is because someone sent them there. They listened to the needs of the caller and were able to communicate these needs to a team so help could arrive. They may not but on the front lines, but their role changed lives. This person could be you.
The OU Health Sciences City Campus Police department is looking for individuals to serve the university and its mission as Dispatchers. You will be the eyes and the ears for the police department as you assist with emergency calls, service requests, and monitoring security cameras and alarms.
What's in it for you:
On top of a rewarding career and your salary, you will also be entitled to:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) : When we say generous, we mean it. You will receive 16 - 22 hours of PTO per month. Enjoy ample vacation days and holidays to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
- Comprehensive Insurance Plans : Your well-being matters to us. Benefit from health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
- Retirement Planning : Secure your financial future. Our retirement plans empower you to build savings and prepare for retirement with confidence.
- For more information about OU's benefits, click here .
- Receive and prioritize simultaneous calls on multiple instruments and dispatches responses to calls for service and to alarms.
- Control police radio frequencies, record and monitor all radio transmissions and incoming telephone calls and maintain required logs and records.
- Determine whether an emergency is in the dispatch service area and provides accurate and clear directions to specific locations.
- Relay records and information to officers in the field.
- Perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
- For a full job description, click here .
Job Requirements
Education Required: High School Diploma
Certifications or Licenses
- Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles.
- Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.