Police Dispatcher (Swing Shift)

Police Dispatcher (Swing Shift)
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The dispatcher serves as the first point of contact for campus police officers, students, members of the College community and other outside Public Safety agencies.

This is an essential position that reports to the Day Shift Lieutenant.
This is a full-time union position, 40 hours a week condensed into three days:
Friday from 11:00 pm to Saturday at 7:00 am,
Saturday from 11:00 pm to Sunday at 3:00 pm, and
Monday from 7:00 am- 11:00 pm.

Functions of the Position:

• Receive phone calls as well as walk-in reports for emergency and public safety-related matters, general college information, facilities management issues, and housing questions; refer said calls to appropriate departments
• Maintain radio communication with officers, dispatch officers to emergency and service calls, monitor BAPERN radio system, and transmit emergency messages to the community through the ENS system when required
• Monitor campus-wide camera, access and alarm systems via various means.
• Documenting all activity in department log
• Document reported lost ID's, and issue temporary ID's, as necessary, to community members authorized to access
• Access CJIS/LEAPS terminal for the officers in the field

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Able to pass an FBI Fingerprint supported Background Check
• Willingness to work extended, non-scheduled, hours.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills, PC skills, and the ability to handle confidential information and multi-task
• Requires the ability to effectively communicate in person and through communication and the need to concentrate, intellectually, for extended periods of time
• Requires the ability to effectively communicate in person
• Ability to concentrate, for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit for several hours at a time.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Ability to Multi-Task
• Availability to sit for an extended period of time between 8-16 hours a day
• Ability to monitor 8-10 computer screens containing IP Cameras, Alarm Monitoring, Voice Monitoring systems
• Ability to monitor audio radio system and respond to any calls for service via the monitored radio networks
• Ability to answer telephone calls for service and provide information to callers requesting service via telephone
• Ability to lift 10-25 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Usual Office Conditions

COMPENSATION

Starting salary for this position is $21.53 hourly. This is a full-time union position, 40 hours a week condensed into three days

Employees are also eligible for subsidized parking at the Boston Common Garage.

Grade of Position: 23-05NE

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.00

This position will be exclusively represented by the American Coalition of Public Safety (ACOPS) for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

To apply, please visit: https://emerson.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Emerson_College_Staff/job/Boston-Campus/Police-Dispatcher--Swing-Shift-_JR005068

About Us
Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. Its main campus is located in the center of the dynamic multicultural city of Boston, in close proximity to major publishing houses, arts institutions, and research centers. The college also has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. Emerson College enrolls over 4,300 graduate and undergraduate students from more than 70 countries and all 50 states.

Diversity Statement
Emerson College believes diversity enriches the educational experience by providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals who may have different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Engagement with diversity in the curriculum, in our co-curricular offerings, and all other aspects of the College enhances the personal and intellectual growth of all members of our campus community. Emerson is committed to strengthening communities, including our workplace, by fostering the development of the intercultural competencies necessary for meaningful citizenship in an increasingly complex, pluralistic society. Emerson College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender in its educational programs or activities. Emerson has designated the Associate Vice President, Title IX, and Clery Coordinator to respond to inquiries regarding the College Sexual Misconduct Policy. The Title IX Coordinator may be reached at 8 Park Plaza, Transportation Bldg, Room 230 Boston, MA 02116; Telephone: 617-824-8999; email: titleix@emerson.edu

Annual Clery Report
In accordance with the federal Clery and Campus SaVE Acts, Emerson College commits to providing all current and prospective students and employees with access to the annual campus security reports for each of our campuses. This report may be accessed from the Emerson College Police Department website.

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