Police Dispatcher Recorder PT

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

University Police and Public Safety is accepting applications for the position of part‑time Police Dispatcher/Recorder. Under the direction of the Operations Center Manager, the dispatcher/recorder will provide police communications and dispatching, maintain police files and records, and perform a wide variety of complex clerical duties requiring specialized knowledge in the police field.

• Answer emergency and non‑emergency telephone calls and handle multiple calls simultaneously.
• Make decisions on incidents, emergencies, ambulance needs, and fire actions.
• Receive, evaluate, prioritize, and disseminate district‑wide calls for assistance/service via voice radio and phone.
• Maintain two‑way communication with police units, dispatch cars and personnel, and update department computer systems.
• Question complaints, gather information, facilitate apprehension of offenders, and relay instructions to callers and university personnel.
• Use Computer Aided Dispatching (CAD) software and two‑way radio communications.
• Produce reports and data entry with minimal errors.

Typical qualifications:

• Applied trades training and minimum three years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral communication skills and effective decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional computer and typing skills with minimal errors.
• Experience with CAD software and two‑way radio communications is recommended.
• Fingerprinted background check required.

Work schedule:

Up to 8‑20 hours per week across weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Employment requires successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging.

We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.