Position Title:Central Dispatch Officer Position Number:10042314 Benefits Eligible:Yes Campus Location:Dahlonega Job Close Date:01/16/2020 General Summary:

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Central Dispatch Officer on the Dahlonega campus. The Central Dispatch Officer will perform work involving receiving incoming calls for service or assistance and dispatching personnel to service and emergency response locations. Operates a multi-line telephone console and two-way radio to communicate with callers and officer’s in the field; reviews and monitors multiple security cameras throughout community; monitors and records fire and panic alarms throughout community; prepares/receives inquiries into and from the Georgia Crime Information Computer System and National Crime Information Computer System; further responsible for assisting and directing students, faculty, staff, and community members with non-related criminal matters. Is required to work shift work that may change depending on the need of the department. This includes day or night, weekends and holidays. Required to abide by the departmental standard operating procedures.

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

The Central Dispatch Officer will:

• Answer incoming calls from the public, department personnel, and students requesting information, service or assistance; Dispatchers units to calls for service, takes messages; route callers to appropriate party.
• Respond to and monitors a variety of emergency and non-emergencies; monitors security cameras, fire and panic alarm systems, and access control.
• Maintain a dispatch module and records all incoming or assistance calls in order to document status of requests for service or assistance; writes and completes work orders on service or repairs to be performed
• Inform personnel of unusual or emergency conditions or situations or problems requiring special handlings. Handle emergency phone calls and situations in an appropriate way. Use telephone to relay information to other departments, agencies, superiors, and other personnel.
• Answer and appropriately deals with customer calls, concerns, or complaints.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures
• Knowledge of grammar and spelling; general office procedures including filing, posting, and records maintenance; radio dispatch procedures
• Skills in operating two-way radio console; operating a multi-line telephone console; computer and other electronic information systems
• Must have excellent communications and customer service skills
• Must have the ability to type and do data entry
• Ability to handle difficult situations in an efficient manner dealing with public concerns; capable of handling many various tasks simultaneously with accuracy and assurance

Certifications/Licenses & Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Must be at least 18 years of age and, able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and prepare confidential records.
• One (1) year as a call taker or 911 operator in a 911 center or other Public Safety Answering Point preferred.
• GCIC Certification and POST Basic Communications Officer Certification, or other state equivalent or ability to possess certification preferred.

Required Documents:Cover Letter, Resume/Curriculum Vitae Special Instructions to Applicants:Please submit contact information for three professional references. This position will require a credit check and a DMV check. Employer Information:All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, as determined by the University of North Georgia in its sole discretion. The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

We provide equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, protected veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups. Information:Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. We provide equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, protected veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.