Dispatcher, Government

Posting Details

The USD University Police Department Dispatcher is an entry-level position to be trained in collecting information from the general public and other agencies through verbal, written, or computer contact; analyze and evaluate the urgency of the request and prioritize the request; disseminate to proper personnel or deploy appropriate maintenance, law enforcement, fire and ambulance services. This position accesses and researches numerous computer databases to gather information and apprise police officers and other agencies of information to assist in investigations.

This position transmits and monitors radio transmissions, log officer’s daily activities, report incidents, and dispatch emergency and non-emergency services to necessary locations. This position will attend the SD Basic 911 Telecommunicator certification course within their first year of employment. The applicant must meet the minimum standards as outlined in SD Administrative Rule Chapter 2:05:01. Duties to include dispatching, parking enforcement, working special events and other duties as assigned.

Dispatchers currently work a rotating schedule. Shifts are midnight to 8 AM, 8 AM to 4 PM, and 4 PM to midnight.

Posting Date 09/18/2025
Closing Date Open Until Filled:
Yes
First Consideration Date 10/02/2025
Advertised Salary $21.67
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration 100% Appointment

Work Hours:

Varied hours

Minimum qualifications and requirements include: US Citizen;
Minimum 18 years of age;
High School Diploma or equivalency certificate;
Must pass Physical Exam and Law Enforcement Background Check;
Obtain NCIC Certification within 3 months of hire;
State of SD 911 Certification within one year.

Department Description and Cultural Expectations:
The University Police Department is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the USD community. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.

• Responsibilities: dispatching, radio communications, gathering and disseminating information, monitoring incidents, and coordinating with emergency services; prioritizing requests and supporting investigations.
• Responsibilities: participate in SD Basic 911 Telecommunicator certification within the first year of employment.
• Responsibilities: duties include dispatching, parking enforcement, and working at special events; associated scheduling is rotating.
• Qualifications:
  
  must meet standards in SD Administrative Rule Chapter 2:05:01; ability to travel; weekends/holidays work; valid driver's license.
• General requirements: US citizen; minimum 18 years of age; high school diploma or equivalency; ability to pass physical exam and background check; NCIC certification within 3 months; SD 911 certification within one year.

Working conditions and environment details are described in the posting. Miscellaneous sections cover cognitive requirements, protective equipment, physical requirements, sensory requirements, working conditions and exposures, and environment descriptions as applicable to the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

Documents Needed to Apply:
Resume, Cover Letter, Other, Reference List

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