Emergency Telecommunications Operator (Part-Time)

Overview The Public Safety Department has a part-time staff position for an Emergency Telecommunications Operator. The Emergency Communications Center operates 24/7 and seeks a flexible individual who can work all shifts and fill in for vacation and sick days. The operator is responsible for controlling traffic onto campus, greeting people in person and on the telephone in a courteous and friendly manner, monitoring all alarms for the facility, dispatching operations, and performing various essential data entry tasks. The role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-stress environment and to utilize computer equipment and specialized computer programs. Responsibilities Control traffic onto campus and greet visitors and callers in a courteous and friendly manner. Monitor all alarms for the entire facility. Dispatch operations and perform essential data entry. Perform a multitude of simultaneous tasks in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Utilize computer equipment and specialized computer programs. Be flexible to work all shifts and fill in for vacations and sick days. Qualifications Basic computer skills and the ability to become an Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) certified as a Public Safety Telecommunicator 1. Must be able to type a minimum of 20 words per minute. Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years' experience working with the general public. Additional Information All positions require the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts and sciences institution. Saint Vincent College is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates. Saint Vincent College is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks will be performed on all new hires, and employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances. About the Organization Saint Vincent College is an educational community rooted in the tradition of the Catholic faith, the heritage of Benedictine monasticism, and the love of values inherent in the liberal approach to life and learning. Our mission is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education for men and women to enable them to integrate their professional aims with the broader purposes of human life. The programs, activities, and encounters that make up student life at Saint Vincent College encourage the intellectual gifts, professional aptitudes and personal aspirations of students to mature harmoniously. EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saint Vincent College