Public Safety Telecommunicator

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. Candidates 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 selected candidate 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. Contingent upon availability of funds. Requirements 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. Location East Carolina University Police Department 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. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr