Law Enforcement Dispatcher (2 Vacancies) (Re-announcement)

College of Charleston • Charleston, SC

337d • $37,589 - $42,500

About The Position

Under general supervision, operates the base radio station for College of Charleston Public Safety and Fire and EMS as well as interagency radio systems with the Charleston County Consolidated Dispatch and directs officers promptly to emergency and other locations. Operates the Vision CAD (computer-aided dispatch), NCIC teletype, telephone & fire alarm systems operations and the Cougar Alert system maintains a dispatch log (computerized or written) of all activities for dispatched or received calls and for all events.

Requirements

• A high school diploma.
• Entry-level work experience with voice communications systems or central switchboard operations.
• An associate degree in a technical communications discipline may be substituted for the required experience.
• Must be SLED / NCIC certified in teletype procedures or receive certification within six months of appointment.
• Previous dispatching experience in a police environment is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate the base radio station for College of Charleston Public Safety and Fire and EMS.
• Direct officers promptly to emergency and other locations.
• Operate the Vision CAD, NCIC teletype, telephone & fire alarm systems operations.
• Maintain a dispatch log of all activities for dispatched or received calls and for all events.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
• Retirement
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full Benefits Package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED