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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - PARKSIDE Police Dispatcher II in KENOSHA, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20872 INTRODUCTION: The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a dynamic learning community grounded in academic excellence and focused on student success, diversity, inclusion and community engagement. One of 13 four-year institutions within the University of Wisconsin System, Parkside provides an educational value to our students that\'s unparalleled. An affordable, high-quality education is an investment in ones future, and we believe the cost of an education should not prevent any student from achieving his or her educational and professional goals. The university is the proud recipient of the 2022 AASCU Excellence & Innovation Award for Student Success and College Completion from The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), a testament to years of strategic efforts. UW-Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career. The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI. At Parkside we offer competitive pay and benefits, as well as an engaging and supportive work environment. Parkside is a community that\'s easy to call home. Find out why. Position Title: Police Dispatcher II Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: The Police Dispatcher II will report to the Police Sergeant This position must be able to prioritize, multi-task and remain calm in outwardly stressful incidents. This position must maintain an excellent understanding of Department/University policies and procedures. It is accountable for accurate police reports, dispatch logs and police records, which are always sensitive and highly confidential in nature. This position plays a key role in the maintenance, creation and dissemination of legally required crime and activity statistics. Key Job Responsibilities: Communicates effectively and provides accurate and detailed instructions to all types of audiences in high stress emergency situations Troubleshoots, triages, and escalates issues according to established policies and procedures Documents incidents accurately and adheres to all applicable policies, rules, and regulations Maintains complex records of information in directories and alarm databases Under general supervision of a Law Enforcement Supervisor, this position works in a critical office on campus that serves as a hub of all alarms and notification systems that are crucial to the safety of the campus community. This position works independently to provide communications via two-way radios, telephones and computer for the university police, dispatch and telephone operations. It is a crucial position for coordinating internal as well as external communications for two departments and for the campus. This position works alone and is subject to occasional supervisory checks. Applications received by 6/15/2024 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled. If you have application questions call or email: Amber Marzette (262)595-2042 marzetta@uwp.edu For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 20872: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software including Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Effective oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Prior dispatch experience Experience with two-way radio use and etiquette TIME certified ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu