Communications Specialist
- Employer
- Wentworth Institute of Technology
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Feb 14, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Communications, Other Communications, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Computer Services & Information Technology, Safety & Security
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Details
Classification Information
Classification Title
Communications Specialist
Position Information
Position Title
Communications Specialist
Position Number
0170
Department
Public Safety
Job Description Summary
Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth community as a Communications Specialist in Public Safety .
Wentworth is currently seeking to fill two (2) Communication Specialists at this time.
The mission of the Department of Public Safety is to provide a safe campus for students, faculty, staff, and visitors of Wentworth Institute of Technology; to facilitate the university’s educational, research, and community service goals; and to provide these services with the highest standards of professionalism.
The essential job functions include:
- Monitoring alarms for the entire university system while dispatching the proper response.
- Operating a multi-line telephone system.
- Prioritizing calls and entering the data into a computer-aided dispatch system.
- Asking vital questions and providing pre-arrival instructions for response.
- Monitoring and operating a radio console and computer equipment.
- Receiving and responding to a variety of calls for service and complaints.
- Asking questions to interpret, analyze, and anticipate the caller’s situation as well as resolving problems by providing information, dispatching emergency services, or referring callers to other agencies.
- Dispatching and coordinating the responses of the Department of Public Safety.
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity .
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.wit.edu . Please submit required documents.
All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu
Minimum Education Required
Associate's degree, or vocational or technical school degree
Preferred Education
Bachelor's degree
Minimum Work Experience Required
1 - 3 years
Preferred Work Experience
3 - 5 years
Minimum Knowledge Required
Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Uses instructions and guidelines to perform the job safety function. Periodic training will be required.
Preferred Knowledge
Advertised Minimum Qualifications
One year professional experience in telecommunications environment.
Advertised Preferred Qualifications
Salary Range
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S00690
Job Category
Professional
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to
work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and
intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent
institution where each member has the opportunity and support to
reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus
community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have
exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional
setting.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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