Public Safety Dispatcher
About The Position
Public Safety Dispatcher – Make a Difference Every Day Are you ready to be the first line of response in keeping our campus safe? As a Public Safety Dispatcher at The Ohio State University, you’ll be the voice behind the action – Answering emergency (911) and non-emergency calls Coordinating resources, and ensuring help gets where it’s needed Operating Public Safety Communication systems (911, CAD and radio) Dispatching police, fire, and security personnel Documenting critical events accurately You will handle all public safety telecommunications, including answering 911 calls, evaluating the nature and severity of incidents, and coordinating the dispatch of emergency units. Ohio State University Department of Public Safety Dispatchers have many tools and technologies available to enhance the safety of our campus community. About the Department of Public Safety Our Department of Public Safety is committed to protecting and serving the Ohio State community. We provide comprehensive safety services, including law enforcement, emergency management, and security operations, all with a focus on collaboration and proactive engagement. When you join our team, you become part of a trusted network dedicated to creating a secure environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. Why Work at Ohio State? Ohio State offers outstanding benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and tuition assistance, along with wellness programs that support a healthy lifestyle. Our inclusive culture values innovation, and work-life balance, making Ohio State not just a workplace—but a community. Here, your career matters, your well-being matters, and your impact matters. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join our team
Responsibilities
- Answering emergency (911) and non-emergency calls
- Coordinating resources, and ensuring help gets where it’s needed
- Operating Public Safety Communication systems (911, CAD and radio)
- Dispatching police, fire, and security personnel
- Documenting critical events accurately
- Handle all public safety telecommunications, including answering 911 calls, evaluating the nature and severity of incidents, and coordinating the dispatch of emergency units
Benefits
- health coverage
- retirement plans
- tuition assistance
- wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
