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Police Dispatcher (Part-Time) - Pooled Positions

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20112538
Position Title Police Dispatcher (Part-Time) - Pooled Positions
FTE 1.00
Position Type Staff
Department Police Department
Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:

Police Dispatcher (Part-Time) – Open Recruitment

For part-time, it is a requirement to be a certified dispatcher.

Employees in this classification are responsible for the general operation of the Communications Center. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Support Services Sergeant and may require work at night and on weekends.

What You’ll Do – Position Duties

As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

  • Operate department two-way radio equipment and maintain radio logs
  • Answer telephone and give out information
  • Determine when information received requires emergency action and relay such information to the necessary patrol units
  • Coordinate police, fire, ambulance and other emergency requests
  • Monitor alarm systems to detect unauthorized entry to University buildings
  • Operate computer terminals


Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Minimum Qualifications
To be successful in this role and a great addition to our team we need you to come with the following:

EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience or training to perform duties of the job.
  • Ability to read and interpret departmental laws, regulations, special departmental orders, polices and written reports
  • Knowledge of operating computer equipment
  • Knowledge of operating two-way radio equipment
  • Willingness to work at night, weekends, and to report for duty during emergency situations.


EDUCATION/LICENSE:

  • Graduation from an accredited high school, or a G.E.D.
  • Must attend and successfully complete a 40 hour basic certification school as determined by the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Standards and Education within one (1) year after appointment
  • Must attend and successfully complete a 40 hour TLETS – Basic Telecommunications and TCIC/NCIC procedure school as determined by the Texas D.P.S. within one (1) year after appointment

PHYSICAL/MENTAL:

  • Must be able to deal tactfully with the public. Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Must comply with established University standards and policies
  • Must be able to stand rigid character investigation
  • Must have the ability to exercise a certain degree of independent judgement and to promote good public relations
  • Must have the ability to speak and write clearly and accurately
EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas SB 805, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $14.42/hour
Work Hours Up to 19.5 hours a week
Application Information

Posting Date 11/08/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Some college credits
    • Technical School Degree and/or Certificate
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
  3. * In what area(s) did you receive your degree(s).

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * How many years of experience do you have working in a general office environment?
    • One to Three Years
    • Four to Five Years
    • More than Five Years
  5. * Are you a certified dispatcher?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Letter of Interest
  3. Certificate(s)
Optional Documents
  1. Unofficial Transcript 1
  2. Miscellaneous