UHPD Dispatcher ; D2

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Department
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Police

Salary
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Commensurate with Experience/Education

• Responds to requests for service, information and other business that comes into the Police Department by telephone, emergency all box or made in person at the public service window.
• Transmits requests for service and related information to the appropriate Police Officer.
• Inputs information into a computer database; reviews and corrects data as necessary.
• Monitors campus fire and burglar alarm systems, acknowledges triggered alarms, and dispatches officers when needed.
• Operates radio consoles, portable radios, Dictaphone recorder, Telecopier, and other equipment located in the Communication Center.
• Issues equipment and supplies such as radios, batteries and keys to department personnel and maintains related records.
• May provide guidance and training to new dispatchers.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned. MQ:
  Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

• Minimum 1 year directly‑related job experience. Preference for 2 years.
• Technical certification or licensing directly related to the job (e.g., Intermediate Telecommunicator Certification through TCLEOSE or TCOLE).
• Telecommunicator’s license (attach a copy under miscellaneous documents on the application).
• Must pass Computerized Criminal History Check, Background Investigation and Drug Testing prior to employment.
• Computer skills including basic grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions such as percentages and ratios.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing;
Higher Education

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preference in employment over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification. All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Everyone is encouraged to apply.