Working Title: Reserve Telecommunicator
Position Number: T15827
Department: AFH Police
Department Homepage: Advertising Department: ECU POLICE DEPARTMENT
Division: Administration & Finance
Classification Title: Unclassified SHRA/CSS Temp
Competency Level: 2 - Journey
Number of Vacancies: 3
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): .60
Hourly Salary Rate/Range: $20.00
Work Schedule: Varies
Position Location (City): Greenville
Position Type: Temporary Staff
Job Category: Staff - Temporary
Primary Function of Organizational Unit: The primary purpose of the Police Department is to support the University's core mission of teaching, research, and public service by providing comprehensive and professional police services. The Department's staff protects and serves the University community by enforcing the laws of North Carolina, policies of the University, preserving and optimizing resources and by maintaining an environment that fosters higher education and community-oriented service.
Job Duties : The primary purpose of a Police Telecommunicator is to operate the Telecommunications Office at the East Carolina University Police Department 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It is essential for the Telecommunicator to possess the ability to multi-task and to possess critical thinking skills during his or her shift. The Telecommunicator will monitor and operate all communication equipment, maintaining contact with all field personnel and other enforcement agencies by means of radios, telephone systems, computer terminals and face-to-face contact. This will keep the flow of communications between the general public, departmental employees, and other law enforcement agencies running smoothly and swiftly.
The position will work with a diversified community; communicate effectively with those who may be irate; make effective decisions in emergency life and death situations; prioritize calls and identify potential dangers; and work as a member of a team and interact favorably with all students, staff, faculty, and visitors. The position will be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
Candidate must undergo an extensive background investigation including, but not limited to psychological evaluation, medical exam, and drug screen. Minimum Education/Experience: High School diploma and sufficient experience to demonstrate ability to work under pressure. Additional Education and Experience will be necessary for progressive steps (Journey and Advanced). Requires certification as a Division of Criminal Information computer operator or the ability to achieve certification within 45 days of employment. May require Basic Telecommunicator Certification in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission or the ability to achieve certification within one year of employment. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: Basic Telecommunicator Certification in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards. Division of Criminal Information certification.
Special Instructions to Applicant: * Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. * If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). * Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. * All applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date indicated.
Job Open Date: 03/28/2024
Job Close Date: 04/04/2024
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: AA/EOE: East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
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