DISPATCHER – University of Oklahoma (Norman)

Pay Range: Targeted salary $18.00 per hour, based on experience

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Other

Travel: Not required

Position Introduction:

OUPD Dispatcher – Become an essential part of campus safety! The University is seeking a dependable and proactive Dispatcher to support campus safety operations by coordinating emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching appropriate responders, and maintaining effective communication with campus police and external agencies. This role monitors security cameras, alarm systems, and radio communications; documents all incidents and service requests; and assists with securing campus facilities through electronic access control systems. The position also serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), ensuring compliance with safety reporting requirements, while providing calm, professional, and efficient service in a dynamic university environment focused on the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Why Join Us? We offer a supportive team environment, meaningful community engagement, steady and mission driven work, a comprehensive benefits package, paid training, and the chance to build a fulfilling public service career in a university setting.

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Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED.

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles.
• Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date.

Department Preferences:

• Previous experience dispatching for a public safety organization.
• OLETS certification.
• Bilingual in conversational Spanish and English.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Special Indications:

• Hiring contingent upon driver’s license check.
• Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET).