Part-Time Public Safety Dispatcher
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteLexington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Conduct emergency and non-emergency call handling, dispatch Public Safety staff, and coordinate responses involving Student Affairs, Counseling Center, or law enforcement agencies. Maintain communication logs, manage the university switchboard, and monitor alarm and CCTV systems. Serve as a resource for students, staff, and visitors by providing directions and campus event information while ensuring effective collaboration across departments. Work flexible shifts including days, overnights, and weekends with priority on nights, weekends, and holidays. This part-time role supports Washington and Lee University's campus community through confidential, high-standard service delivery.
Required Qualifications
- Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and a good driving history
- Must be able to pass an extensive background check
- Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently
- Must be able to communicate and interact effectively in a professional, confidential, and courteous manner with team members, visitors, faculty, staff, and students
- Must be detail-oriented
- Must have the ability to multi-task
- Must possess strong organizational skills
- Must have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications
Desired Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior dispatch center experience is preferred
- Strong record maintenance skills
- Prior experience with security-related technologies preferred (i.e. CAD/RMS systems, cctv camera systems, access control systems, etc.)
- Successful candidates will possess a high degree of reliability
- Successful candidates will also possess the ability to relate well to students, faculty, and community
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