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Student Dispatcher - Night Shift

Northern Michigan University - Student Employment
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Student Dispatcher - NMU Police Department - Night Shift

The Student Dispatcher is an integral part of the NMU Police Department. 

Responsibilities include:

·      Answer emergency and non-emergency phone calls from students, faculty/staff, and the general public; refer callers to the appropriate department/person and answer inquiries. 

·      Radio/phone correspondence with NMU Police Department officers and Central Dispatch. 

·      Monitor fire safety systems, security cameras, and campus doors. 

·      Follow procedures to direct after-hours requests and inquiries (i.e. parking, maintenance) 

·      Check weapons in and out.

·      Maintain dispatch log on computer.

·      Maintain a record of campus lost/found and abandoned property.

·      Assist Police Officers and staff with other various tasks and follow departmental policies/procedures.

Qualifications

·      Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong customer service skills.

·      Ability to retain/recall information and accurately communicate it to others.

·      MUST be able to multi-task; work effectively with frequent and multiple interruptions with accuracy and attention to detail.

·      Ability to remain calm during high-stress situations.

·      Ability to use judgment when dealing with confidential information.

·      Must be reliable and dependable.

·      Knowledge of law enforcement is a plus but is not required. 

·      Strong computer and typing skills.

The position available is for night shift (12:30am-7:00am). 15-20 hours of work available each week during the semester. Hours will be tailored to fit with your class schedule/etc. During school breaks, students can work up to 40 hours per week. 

How to Apply:

Complete the attached application and return it to the NMU Police Department (Services Building on Sugarloaf Avenue) or email it to Aubrey at awolck@nmu.edu. Please additionally include your resume and class schedule. This job will be posted until the position is filled.