Public Safety Communications Officer I - SR 636885

Public Safety Communications Officer I•SR 636885 494277 Stillwater

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(STW) Staff Full-time High school diploma or equivalent

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Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Lori McDonald, lori.mcdonald@okstate.edu Work Schedule Must be able to work any shift Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $17.00•$25.00 Hourly Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please include resume, covered letter and contact information for three professional references. About this Position The Public Safety Communications Officer (PSCO) is a vital member of the OSU Police Department, providing leadership and critical support through emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio dispatch services for citizens, police, fire, and ambulance personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining police and public safety data files to support OSU and authorized law enforcement agencies. In addition, the PSCO performs essential administrative duties within the Public Safety Communications Unit and operates specialized electronic equipment integral to the unit's operations. Required Qualifications High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) PSCO I•requires no prior experience. PSCO II•requires one year of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field.

PSCO III

•requires two years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. PSCO Senior•requires three years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. Completion of a department-approved management training seminar is also required. Certifications, Registrations, and/or

Licenses:

PSCO II•Basic APCO Certification and OLETS Teletype Certification.

PSCO III

•APCO Communications Training Officer (CTO) Certification. PSCO Senior•APCO Basic Instructor Certification, and either

APCO CTO

Instructor Certification or advanced training and development in an approved specialty area within the emergency communications field Skills, Proficiencies, and/or

Knowledge:

Good physical condition is required, including visual acuity, excellent hearing, and physical dexterity sufficient to operate computer equipment and navigate stairs. Candidates must also be able to lift or carry items weighing more than 15 pounds. The position requires the ability to work flexible shifts within a 24-hour operational schedule and proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Preferred Qualifications Vocational/Technical Criminal Justice Two (2) years of related experience Certifications, Registrations, and/or

Licenses:

Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Basic Certification Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS) Teletype Certification Skills, Proficiencies, and/or

Knowledge:

2 years experience working as a call taker, dispatcher, or similar role which requires individuals to obtain information and dispatch units to respond with detailed information. Knowledge of a Computer Aided Dispatch system. All positions are subject to the availability of funding, and any offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To request an accommodation, please email eeo@okstate.edu or call 405-744-5449. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.