Public Safety Dispatcher (Extra Help/HE)

About the role

The Extra Help/HE Public Safety Dispatcher provides central dispatch services for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s public safety department. Working in a fast‑paced environment, the dispatcher receives emergency and non‑emergency calls, determines the appropriate response, and coordinates the deployment of officers and other personnel.

Key responsibilities

• Operate computer consoles, video monitoring equipment and communication devices to receive and log requests for assistance.
• Identify the nature of each situation and dispatch public safety officers or other personnel as required.
• Receive alerts from fire, security and environmental monitoring companies and notify the proper authorities.
• Maintain accurate records of calls, dispatches and communications transmissions.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of specialized training in communications or a related field.

Required skills

• Proficiency with computer consoles used in dispatch centers.
• Experience operating video monitoring equipment.
• Ability to use various communication devices for emergency response.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term temporary position within a metropolitan research university.
• Opportunity to contribute to campus safety and gain experience in public safety communications.