Police Dispatcher I

Position Type University Staff Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary Pay Basis Hourly Salary Grade 16 FLSA Status Nonexempt Percent 100% Posting Type Staff UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

School/College/Division Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs is currently seeking to fill One Police Dispatcher position for the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Police Department. UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 23,000 students.

UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper east side, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students.

Job Summary

This position serves as a police dispatcher at the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee. UWM Police provides protection services on a 24 hour a day, seven day a week basis. This is a full time, flex-schedule position with a biweekly schedule which includes every other weekend off (Fri-Sun).

This position demonstrates professionalism, provides superb customer service and serves as a model representative for the department and the division. Duties include:

- Answer all incoming radio transmissions and phone calls in a professional manner.
- Communicate with officers in the field through the use of radio and phone systems.
- Monitor video surveillance systems.
- Monitor fire and security alarm systems.
- Address walk in concerns.

This position also requires the incumbent to type accurately at 35 or more words per minute. Evidence of this skill will be assessed during the interview phase for those meeting the minimum and some/all preferred qualifications below.

Minimum Qualifications
- Evidence of proficient use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet-based tools
- Willingness to work shifts that involve days, nights, weekends and holidays (as addressed in cover letter)

Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years working as a 911 or law enforcement dispatcher
- Evidence of TIME System Certification
- Experience in Incident Command Center

Target Salary Range $23.01 per hour Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an **extensive leave package** including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) **UWM** Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life**

Application Instructions

Application Deadline 05/14/2024