Communications Officer - Protective Services - OFMD

Overview

Communications Officer I - Protective Services - OFMD at WashU Medicine. Base pay range: $17.87/hr - $27.06/hr scheduled

Hours:

40.

• Detects and directs assets related to emergency and non-emergency incidents on campus under the direction of CO II or Lead. Maintains constant vigilance of all university properties. Takes action or notes for follow-up on safety and security issues. Provides Emergency Management support during larger-scale incidents, including operating the campus emergency notification system (Alertus).
• Receives/compiles information for the computer-aided dispatch system (CAD) and subsequent incident reports.
• Provides immediate research databases to support field operations and investigations, including mastery of CCTV, access control systems, and other security-related systems.
• May be assigned to various support roles, including fingerprinting, administrative, and logistical assignments.
• Conducts virtual building checks, verifies access control devices, and proactively identifies potential safety or security hazards. Uses problem-solving skills to resolve issues related to campus facilities.
• Assists Medical Center personnel and visitors with directions and information—partners with customers to resolve multi-department or multi-organizational issues.
• Takes possession of found property, locates the owner, and secures property according to established procedures.
• Provides support to various Facilities divisions and offices as needed.

• Alternative work schedule as a regular part of the job (shifts, evenings, and weekends).
• Requires extensive safety training and protective devices; typically bending, crouching, and stooping; standing or walking; running and walking.

Education: Required:
High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred:
Associate degree - Criminal Justice.

Certifications: No specific certification required. Preferred:
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) - CIT International.

Work Experience: 1 year in Communications Officer/Dispatcher in an academic environment or civilian/military police setting.

Skills: Computer literacy, criminal justice, crisis intervention training, customer service, oral/written communication, teamwork, and related public safety competencies. Not applicable as a separate skill list in this role.

Driver's License: A driver’s license is not required for this position.

Benefits include:

• Vacation, holidays, and sick time; health insurance with benefits.
• Transit benefits (Metro U-Pass) for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan (403(b)) with employer contributions starting at 7%.

Additional wellness, family, and educational benefits are available as described by WashU policies. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. The university fosters an inclusive environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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