Emergency Dispatcher

Job Information

• Job Title: Emergency Dispatcher
• Department: MUPD Dispatch
• Worker Type: Regular
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Hourly Rate: 24
• Work Shift: Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40
• Benefit Eligible: Yes
• Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required? No

Performs a variety of functions related to radio dispatching of emergency services (police/fire/medical) for the campus community, and basic administrative functions for the Miami University Police Department.

• Receives and prioritizes incoming emergency calls from campus; obtains necessary information from callers; dispatches appropriate personnel and relays accurate information regarding situation.
• Monitors campus alarm system; notifies appropriate personnel regarding any alarms received; monitors emergency channels of other agencies.
• Conducts various computer checks regarding parking violations and other information as requested by officers.
• Assists callers by answering questions and providing information.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.

• Requires high school diploma or GED

• Knowledge of communications equipment
• Knowledge of various emergency response units and their functions
• Ability to remain calm and make correct decisions in stressful situations

• APCO/or related emergency dispatch training.
• Previous law enforcement emergency dispatching experience

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