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Internal Title

Law Enforcement Dispatcher

Position Type

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Non-Faculty

Pay Band

4

Level

4

Department

Public Safety

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, operates the base radio station for College of Charleston Public Safety and Fire andEMSas well as Interagency radio systems with the Charleston County Consolidated Dispatch and directs officers promptly to emergency and other locations. Operates the VisionCAD(computer-aided dispatch),NCICteletype, telephone and 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.

Minimum 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. Knowledge ofFCCrules and regulations is a plus. Must beSLED/NCICcertified in teletype procedures or receive certification within six months of appointment. Previous dispatching experience in police environment is a plus. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

[Ability to work under stressful situations. Ability to identify problems and relevant issues, break situations down into components, understand relationships, come up with alternative solutions, and arrive at sound conclusions using a logical approach. Ability to prioritize and multi-task under stressful conditions is essential. Must be able to monitor audible and visual security alarms and observation devices. Knowledge of applicableFCCand other rules, regulations and policies. Ability to successfully complete the mandated training requirement within six months of hire. Proficien ]{new="" roman="" times=""}