Telecommunications officer - Dispatcher
Cheyney University is seeking to hire Part-Time Telecommunications Officers - Dispatchers in the Office of Public Safety. Employees in the Security Officer 1 classification are members of the SPFPA bargaining unit. PT Dispatchers will work up to 16 hours per week on Saturday and Sundays. Employees in this position are NOT eligible for university benefits.
Employees will provide dispatch services to the Public Safety department in the protection of Cheyney University property, grounds, facilities, clientele, students, employees and the general public. Dispatchers are supervised by the shift Police Supervisor. This position is considered to be essential and shifts vary within a 24-hr schedule.
Duties include receiving information via telephone, radio, mobile data computer, fire and access system and disseminating that information to the appropriate Public Safety officer, University department or outside agency; Monitoring those held in the holding area for processing; Operating the CLEAN/SCOPE terminal; running all CLEAN transactions /SCOPE transactions for Patrol Officers and Administrators, and properly documenting those CLEAN/SCOPE transactions; Dispatching maintenance units; Documenting both emergency and non-emergency incidents in the Police Visual Alert System. (ALERT); displaying proficiency monitoring closed circuit camera system; Monitoring and directing radio traffic of Police, Security, Maintenance, and EMS units; additional duties as assigned.
Education, Training, and/or Experience
GED or High School Diploma required. Experience in the security or law enforcement field preferred.
How to Apply: PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED!
Application packet must include the following:
•University Application (Go to http://www.cheyney.edu/human-resources/Employment-Opportunities.cfm and select "How to Apply". Download and complete the university application).
•Resume and cover letter
•Evidence of high school diploma, GED or highest level of education
Notes*
1. Official transcript of highest education level will be required if an offer of employment is extended.
2. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check per Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education policy.
All application materials can be faxed to 610 399 2283, emailed to hr@cheyney.edu or mailed to:
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Office of Human Resources - Dispatch
1837 University Circle
P.O. Box 200
Cheyney, PA 19319-0200
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Fax: 610-399-2283
Email Address: hr@cheyney.edu
Cheyney University is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
