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.