Weekend 3rd Shift Dispatcher

University of North Texas
Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Police Services
Department: UNT-Police Services-152500
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Working with the UNT Police Department will be an experience you won't get elsewhere. The UNT campus, including our police department, is a tight-knit community that supports our students, faculty, and staff. With nearly 47,000 students, UNT is the third largest university in Texas. Many of our officers are UNT graduates or students because we highly value education and training. That emphasis led our department to a rare dual accreditation, showing both our concern for our community and our dedication to professionalism.
Our 47 state-certified police officers enforce municipal and state laws and UNT policies while providing service to campus 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
We proudly serve these areas, taking time to get to know our community and partnering with them to provide a safe environment for their learning and professional development. This position is responsible for the coordination, collection, and dissemination of information to department personnel, officers in the field, faculty and staff, as well as other law enforcement agencies. Typically involves dispatching officers to calls for service, proper disposition of telephone calls, data input on criminal justice computer systems, records keeping and assisting visitors.
High school diploma/GED equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application. S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States. If a legal permanent resident, the applicant must be an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States with at least two years of service before discharge and presents evidence satisfactory to the commission that the person has applied for United States citizenship. Basic computer proficiency including keyboarding, data entry, data retrieval, electronic forms completion, and working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to actively listen to requests for service via telephone and radio; Ability to manage multiple tasks and activities in a fastpaced environment in accordance with established policies, procedures, and training.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Performs data entry and files the following: TCIC/NCIC/NCTCIC records, Teletypes, Criminal Trespass Warnings, and Field Contact Cards
Monitors City radio channels and weather and rebroadcasts pertinent information to officers in the field
Demonstrates initiative and encourages service and process improvements. Ensures compliance with policies, statutes, safety guidelines and procedures.
Does not allow personal problems to interfere with job responsibilities and accepts responsibility for actions.
Regularly engages with the community to develop and foster positive public/police relationships.
Quantity and quality of work activities are directed toward optimal resource utilization and outcome.
Reflects reasoned judgment and common sense when identifying/resolving issues w/focus on optimal outcomes and uses appropriate discretion in resolving problems, performance issues, and complaints.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Shiftwork (Nights. Weekends, Holidays)
Driving University Vehicle
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate.