- Salary
- $20+
- Location
- Wool Center, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Workday
Description
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
JOB SUMMARY
The Public Safety Dispatcher is responsible to receive calls for and dispatch security services. This position operates base radios, answers telephones, and monitors alarm systems and closed circuit TV screens. This position is also responsible for relaying radio/telephone communications, and monitoring the department's record systems. We currently have an opening for 7 AM -3 PM shift & 3 PM -11 pm shift. Must be open and available to work weekends & holidays.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Receives requests for public safety assistance which may require police, fire or medical assistance; provides dispatching and related services for all field units
Operates the base station radio and dispatches officers and other University service units to assignments; relays messages by radio or telephone to and from officers, other service units of the University and agencies outside of the University
Prepares and maintains the communications log which includes telephone service requests and other notifications for services; processes confidential materials/crime reports
Monitors alarm systems and closed circuit TV screens, maintains the record systems of the department; maintains and issues equipment used by field personnel
Types, files input and retrieves data on personal computers; aides and directs visitors to appropriate locations; prepares information research for monthly reports on overall departmental activity
Performs other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Excellent typing skills
Ability to satisfactorily complete of an annual in-service training program
Ability to demonstrate physical and psychological fitness
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly
Ability to react calmly during emergency situations in order to relay information to appropriate personnel
Ability to extract data from conversation and documents
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or the equivalent
One year of experience in a position requiring high interaction with the public
Requires passing of background check and drug screening upon hire and throughout employment.
WAGE
- $20.00 per hour
Function
Public Safety - OtherScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.