Police Dispatcher - Coral Gables Campus

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The University of Miami has a great opportunity for a Dispatcher to work at the Coral Gables Campus.

The Police Dispatcher assists police officers in effectively responding to emergencies and saving lives and property. More specifically, the Police Dispatcher provides a communication link between the University community, public, and other departments and the assigned police department(s) to further the organization’s safety and emergency response objectives.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS    

Receives all incoming police telephone calls and dispatches emergency services to location. Records data in appropriate systems in an efficient and accurate fashion. Completes various computer checks and relays response information to requesting officer. Maintains appropriate records and logs and monitors station alarms. Enters, modifies, and removes warrants in law enforcement computer system. Keeps recording equipment in good working order at all times. Provides information and complaint resolution services. Responds to radio calls from law enforcement and emergency personnel in the field. Develops, confirms, and relays information by contacting persons, such as those in the internal chain of command. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

• Valid State of Florida driver’s license

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A5