Student Dispatcher
Student Dispatcher - Police Department (Fall 2024)
The Student Dispatcher is an integral part of the NMU Police Department.
Responsibilities include:
· Radio correspondence with NMU Police Department Officers and Central Dispatch.
· 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.
· 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 and found.
· Assist Police Officers and staff with other various tasks.
Qualifications
· Ability to retain/recall information and accurately communicate it to others.
· MUST be able to multi-task.
· Ability to remain calm during high-stress situations.
· Ability to use judgment when dealing with confidential information.
· Knowledge of law enforcement is a plus but is not required.
· Strong computer and typing skills.
Student worker needed to start training as soon as possible. This is primarily a night shift (12:30-7a). 10-20 hours of work available each week during the semester. During school breaks, students can work up to 40 hours per week.
How to Apply:
Submit your resume. 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. This job will be posted until the position is filled.