Police Dispatcher - University Police

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• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
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JOB TITLE:   

Police Dispatcher

JOB PURPOSE:  

Provide telephone and radio dispatching services to inform and direct campus police patrol units to incidents requiring their attention; provide information to students, staff, faculty and the public.

This position has been deemed essential as addressed in the University of Wyoming’s Employee Handbook. Employees in essential positions may be required to work during emergency closures and winter closures based on the nature of their job duties and the reasons for the closure.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and respond to emergency and informational telephone calls including 911 emergency lines, radiophone, telephone for the hearing impaired, and the University directory assistance console.
• Initiate and receive public safety radio traffic using a multi-band law enforcement network to dispatch police officers; monitor frequencies of the city, county, and state law enforcement agencies; maintain logs according to Federal Communications Commission regulations.
• Operate computer-aided dispatch system including maintaining officers' radio logs, typing case reports, and checking on property or criminal activity.
• Operate Teletype to enter or verify wanted people and property.
• Monitor alarm and video security systems.
• Maintain computerized records of auto registration permits and citations issued.
• Provide directory assistance and information to the public; assist with lost and found; provide weather information for emergency conditions.
• Receive and log warrants for county and city law enforcement agencies; issue warrants for University police officers' use.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Receive radioactive material deliveries after normal work hours.
• Check weapons in and out for students; maintain records.
• Change tapes and clean the Dictaphone recording system.
• Maintain records including after-hour contact list, check-out sheets for keys and portable radios and daily activity log.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Integrity
• Work Prioritization & Management
• Safety Awareness
• Quality Orientation
• Analysis/Problem Identification                

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 1 year work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: 

• Certification to operate a Teletype must be obtained within six months of employment.
• Must be certified through State of Wyoming every two years.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Knowledge Of: 

• Campus Police Department and University policies and procedures
• Campus building locations and general street layouts

Skills and Abilities to:

• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
• Listen effectively and obtain accurate and detailed information
• Operate communications equipment (multi-line telephones, base radio, computer terminals, and teletype equipment) quickly and accurately
• Remain calm and exercise judgement in making decisions in emergency situations under heavy workloads
• Maintain confidentiality and work under stressful conditions 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/