Campus Safety Dispatcher I
Campus Safety Dispatcher I
Company:
South Piedmont Community College
Job Location:
Polkton, North Carolina
Category:
Police and Public Safety
Type:
Full-Time Job Description The Campus Safety Dispatcher is a full-time position located on the Old Charlotte Highway Campus in Monroe, NC. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Campus Safety, the Campus Safety Dispatcher I perform a variety of safety communications and dispatching. The position also requires an understanding of emergency procedures, and ability to remain calm in high stress situations. Other duties include routine administrative duties, including receiving calls for police or security services and assessing and relaying emergency information to officers on campus. The dispatcher creates records of calls for service, monitors and responds to alarm calls and performs tasks involving creating and dispatching Informacast Mass Notification alerts, and the lockdown of campus buildings. Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan. Essential Duties Summary Demonstrate ambassador-style courtesy and service to all in person or by phone extending sensitivity and confidentiality of information in compliance of HIPPA, FERPA or any other applicable laws or regulations
Monitor and dispatch all police and fire activations
Communicate with responding teams and provide real-time support
Monitor surveillance cameras for unusual activity and threats
Identify potential security incidents or suspicious behavior
Initiate lockdown of all campus facilities
Recognize appropriate steps to recruit assistance of Assistant Director of Campus Safety when situations appear an alternative solution is unattainable
Possess a calmness in emergency situations for reporting emergencies to police, fire, EMS, and notifying appropriate college personnel
Answer incoming calls efficiently with a pleasant, friendly telephone voice and helpful attitude for determining the caller's needs
Utilize all emergency systems for activating mass notifications to all employees and students
Comprehend our SPCC Emergency Operations Response Plan and be proficient and capable of utilizing emergency notification systems, INFORMACAST, and any additional technology or software
Submit and follow-up help-desk requests, maintenance work orders, and SNOW requisitions as directed by the Assistant Director of Campus Safety
Complete Access Requests using our Genetec software
Audit badge activity logs for anomalies
Document alarms, dispatches, and system events in the SOC Log
Capable of adjusting to scheduling changes, needs, or flex-timing as warranted to fulfill the position
Accept that other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, added, or taken away to assist the Assistant Director of Campus Safety or the Director of Campus Safety in completing their duties and responsibilities Required Qualifications 5 years of experience involving substantial public contact
Prior experience in a dispatch environment
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations
Capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks
Previous experience learning and utilizing new software technology
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office
Knowledge or experience in the protective services environment Preferred Qualifications Bilingual
Associate's degree
Knowledge of academic practices and procedures in a higher education environment
3-5 years of experience in dispatch
IT experience
Emergency Services experience