Job Description:
Serve as primary dispatch for Wittenberg Police/Security. Answer emergency and non-emergency calls, gather information and dispatch officer. Provide communications backup to Police/Security. Respond to requests from officers for vehicle registration verification. Observe proper radio procedure and dispatch protocol. Maintain police/security dispatch logs via computer aided dispatch following established procedures.  
 
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Requirements:
Requires a High School Diploma/GED; effective verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills working with a diverse population; ability to multi-task; sound judgment in handling emergency calls; and some computer skills. Must be able to work independently.  
 
This position has a beginning pay rate of $10.10 per hour and is eligible for full benefits including health & dental insurance, retirement and tuition remission.

Additional Information:
The Police/Security Department at Wittenberg is a 24 hour, 7 day a week operation, including holidays. This is a 12-month position and requires working 2nd (3 p.m. to 11 p.m.) or 3rd shift (11 p.m. to 7 a.m.) and weekends.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format:

• A cover letter
• Resume
• Names, address and phone numbers of three professional references.

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