Communications Specialist

Position: Communications Specialist I
About This Role

This position is the link between police officers and dispatch. The position answers the phone, assists customers and then relays appropriate information to the officer in the field utilizing police band radio and additional law enforcement-designated communication systems.

About Us

The mission of the Kansas State University Police Department is to preserve a safe campus environment where diverse social, cultural, and academic values are allowed to develop and prosper.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

* Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent). Hearing must be correctable to a range that will allow normal radio and telephone conversation with field units. Vision must be correctable to a range that will allow reading of computer display terminals, maps and printouts quickly and accurately. Must be free of felony convictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Prior first responder (law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical services) dispatching experience is preferred.

* Ability to handle high pressure and stressful situations which will require the employee to make rapid independent decisions.

* Ability to write effectively, read and comprehend critical information, and have above average communication skills.

* Prior Public Relations experience preferred due to the high volume of public interaction.

* 24 hours of college credit.

* Possess strong computer skills to work in a paperless environment.

* Able to pass NCIC test for certification within 6 months of employment. Maintain NCIC Certification with a minimum score of 85% on the test.

* Complete KSUPD Training Program with a minimum 85% on the final review.

* Must be 18 years of age or older.

* Must be free of felony convictions and submit to a thorough background investigation annually.

* Able to pass NCIC test for certification within 6 months of employment.

* Must maintain NCIC certification with a minimum score of 85% on NCIC test.

* Hearing and/or speech must be correctable to a range which will allow normal radio and telephone conversation with field units.

* Vision must be correctable to a range which will allow reading of computer display terminals, maps and printouts quickly and accurately.

Additional Role Information:

* Must maintain NCIC certification with a minimum score of 85% on NCIC test.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

* Cover Letter

* Resume
* (3) Professional References

Application Window

Applications close on:
June 28, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.54/hr to $21.81 hourly

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship:

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job's occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate's qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity…