Police Dispatcher I

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
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Posting Information


Posting Number SAECC3618
Advertised Title Police Dispatcher I
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 018864
Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly)
Department Police Services
Minimum Position Qualifications
High School diploma or GED and six months – one year of experience (depending on level) in dispatching, as a police officer, or in public safety.
Required to have or obtain basic certification for operation of Tennessee Information Enforcement System (TIES).
Special Conditions
This posting is open until filled.
The initial screening will be November 17, 20023 and on each Friday until the position is filled. 
Work Schedule
Works the 1500-2300 shift. (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.)
May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule.
Posting Date 11/14/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Screening Begins Yes
Hiring Range $21.00 per hour
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. If required, please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application. Required work experience is based on full-time hours. Part-time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the interview date.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Positions Supervised
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Additional Position Information
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)





Job Duties


Duties & Responsibilities
Receives information regarding need for assistance or alarm situations and disseminates to responding officers; Explains the nature of the incident to the officers.
Duties & Responsibilities
Inputs incident and dispatch information into computer, NCIC, or SCATS terminals.
Duties & Responsibilities
Notifies University officials of incidents in accordance with University policies.
Duties & Responsibilities
Alerts Memphis Fire Department, and/or Memphis Police Department as appropriate.
Duties & Responsibilities
Verifies names of persons authorized to use University facilities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.

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