Communications Officer

Job description

Position Summary: Join the team that keeps the University of Dayton connected and safe! The dispatcher is the primary communication link between community members and officers providing assistance. The dispatcher answers calls for assistance, prioritizes these calls, obtains and records pertinent information, assigns personnel to respond, coordinates the response of police, fire, and emergency medical services personnel, and assists responding personnel with support information. The dispatcher is responsible for all telephone and personal requests for service, operation of all alarm and security systems, operation of internal and external data systems including computer aided dispatching and the Law Enforcement Automated Data Systems, and coordination of all radio traffic. Must pass Public Safety background check and polygraph examination prior to hiring date. Must pass Ohio Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) and Computerized Criminal History (CCH) certification requirements within thirty days of employment and maintain certification throughout employment. Minimum Qualifications: -High school graduate or equivalency -Must be 18 years of age -Must be physically able to pe...