Dispatcher

Updated: about 3 hours ago
Location: Vermillion, SOUTH DAKOTA
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Posting Details
Posting Details


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Institution University of South Dakota
Working Title Dispatcher
Posting Number CSA01959P
Department USD-University Police Department
Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion
Posting Text
The USD University Police Department Dispatcher is an entry-level position to be trained in collecting information from the general public and other agencies through verbal, written, or computer contact; analyze and evaluate the urgency of the request and prioritize the request; disseminate to proper personnel or deploy appropriate maintenance, law enforcement, fire and ambulance services. This position accesses and researches numerous computer databases to gather information and apprise police officers and other agencies of information to assist in investigations. This position transmits and monitors radio transmissions, log officer’s daily activities, report incidents, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency services to necessary locations.
This position will attend the SD Basic 911 Telecommunicator certification course within their first year of employment. The applicant must meet the minimum standards as outlined in SD Administrative Rule Chapter 2:05:01.
Duties to include dispatching, parking enforcement, working special events and other duties as assigned. Dispatchers currently work a rotating schedule. Shifts are midnight to 8 AM, 8 AM to 4 PM, and 4 PM to midnight.
Posting Date 02/27/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 03/05/2024
Advertised Salary $20.58 per hour
Duration of the Term 12 months
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Appointment Percent 100
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Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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This position requires Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License, Other
If other, please indicate US Citizen; Minimum 18 years of age; High School Diploma or equivalency certificate; Must pass Physical Exam and Law Enforcement Background Check; Obtain NCIC Certification within 3 months of hire, State of SD 911 Certification within one year.
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University Police Department is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the USD community. Diversity and inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
 
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