Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
Public Safety Communications Officer I-SR
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Public Safety Communications Officer I-SR
View more categories View less categories Administrative Jobs Institutional & Business Affairs ,Communications & Marketing ,Safety & Security Employment Type Full Time Institution Type Four-Year Institution Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Shannon Hansen, shannon.hansen@okstate.edu Work Schedule Shift Varies Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $17.00 - $25.00 Special Instructions to Applicants Please include a Resume and cover letter. About this Position The Public Safety Communications Officer (PSCO) is a vital member of the OSU Police Department, providing leadership and critical support through emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio dispatch services for citizens, police, fire, and ambulance personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining police and public safety data files to support OSU and authorized law enforcement agencies. In addition, the PSCO performs essential administrative duties within the Public Safety Communications Unit and operates specialized electronic equipment integral to the units operations. Required Qualifications High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) PSCO I - requires no prior experience. PSCO II - requires one year of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. PSCO III - requires two years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. PSCO Senior - requires three years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. Completion of a department-approved management training seminar is also required. Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: PSCO II - Basic APCO Certification and OLETS Teletype Certification. PSCO III - APCO Communications Training Officer (CTO) Certification. PSCO Senior - APCO Basic Instructor Certification, and either APCO CTO Instructor Certification or advanced training and development in an approved specialty area within the emergency com Pre-Employment Requirements Before being hired, applicants must be willing to participate in a structured interview process, which may include interviews with the Emergency Services Captain, a selection committee, and the departmental Director or Chief. They must complete a background investigation packet provided by the OSU Police/Public Safety Department and successfully pass an extensive background investigation. Applicants must be capable of performing the essential physical functions of the position and must meet all minimum qualifications. They must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not have been convicted of any felony or a crime involving moral turpitude, unless a full pardon has been granted by the appropriate authority. Candidates must be willing to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. They must demonstrate the ability to enter data into police databases accurately and at a pace that matches the demand of incoming calls. A reliable landline or mobile telephone must be maintained to ensure availability for emergency or alert calls, and applicants must be prepared to report for duty immediately when called. All candidates must agree to conduct themselvesboth on and off dutyin accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma and the policies, procedures, and regulations of both Oklahoma State University and the OSU Police Department. Additionally, they must comply with the universitys faculty/staff tuition waiver policy, which limits enrollment in academic courses to a maximum of five credit hours per semester. All class schedules must be approved by a supervisor prior to the beginning of the semester. Post-Employment Requirements Upon hire, employees must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS) teletype certification within the first year of employment, with recertification required every two years thereafter. They must also complete Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Basic Certification within the first year. In addition to certification, employees are required to complete Critical Incident Response Training, OSU Police network communications training, and participate in supervised in-service training as determined by the department. Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Good physical condition is required, including visual acuity, excellent hearing, and physical dexterity sufficient to operate computer equipment and navigate stairs. Candidates must also be able to lift or carry items weighing more than 15 pounds. The position requires the ability to work flexible shifts within a 24-hour operational schedule and proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Preferred Qualifications Five (5) years of related experience. Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Basic Certification Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS) Teletype Certification Organization
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus systemwith students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world.
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options.Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead.OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners.osuokc.edu
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free. Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. #J-18808-Ljbffr
View more categories View less categories Administrative Jobs Institutional & Business Affairs ,Communications & Marketing ,Safety & Security Employment Type Full Time Institution Type Four-Year Institution Campus OSU-Stillwater Contact Name & Email Shannon Hansen, shannon.hansen@okstate.edu Work Schedule Shift Varies Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice Hiring Range $17.00 - $25.00 Special Instructions to Applicants Please include a Resume and cover letter. About this Position The Public Safety Communications Officer (PSCO) is a vital member of the OSU Police Department, providing leadership and critical support through emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio dispatch services for citizens, police, fire, and ambulance personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining police and public safety data files to support OSU and authorized law enforcement agencies. In addition, the PSCO performs essential administrative duties within the Public Safety Communications Unit and operates specialized electronic equipment integral to the units operations. Required Qualifications High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date) PSCO I - requires no prior experience. PSCO II - requires one year of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. PSCO III - requires two years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. PSCO Senior - requires three years of experience in public safety communications or a closely related field. Completion of a department-approved management training seminar is also required. Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: PSCO II - Basic APCO Certification and OLETS Teletype Certification. PSCO III - APCO Communications Training Officer (CTO) Certification. PSCO Senior - APCO Basic Instructor Certification, and either APCO CTO Instructor Certification or advanced training and development in an approved specialty area within the emergency com Pre-Employment Requirements Before being hired, applicants must be willing to participate in a structured interview process, which may include interviews with the Emergency Services Captain, a selection committee, and the departmental Director or Chief. They must complete a background investigation packet provided by the OSU Police/Public Safety Department and successfully pass an extensive background investigation. Applicants must be capable of performing the essential physical functions of the position and must meet all minimum qualifications. They must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not have been convicted of any felony or a crime involving moral turpitude, unless a full pardon has been granted by the appropriate authority. Candidates must be willing to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. They must demonstrate the ability to enter data into police databases accurately and at a pace that matches the demand of incoming calls. A reliable landline or mobile telephone must be maintained to ensure availability for emergency or alert calls, and applicants must be prepared to report for duty immediately when called. All candidates must agree to conduct themselvesboth on and off dutyin accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma and the policies, procedures, and regulations of both Oklahoma State University and the OSU Police Department. Additionally, they must comply with the universitys faculty/staff tuition waiver policy, which limits enrollment in academic courses to a maximum of five credit hours per semester. All class schedules must be approved by a supervisor prior to the beginning of the semester. Post-Employment Requirements Upon hire, employees must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS) teletype certification within the first year of employment, with recertification required every two years thereafter. They must also complete Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Basic Certification within the first year. In addition to certification, employees are required to complete Critical Incident Response Training, OSU Police network communications training, and participate in supervised in-service training as determined by the department. Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: Good physical condition is required, including visual acuity, excellent hearing, and physical dexterity sufficient to operate computer equipment and navigate stairs. Candidates must also be able to lift or carry items weighing more than 15 pounds. The position requires the ability to work flexible shifts within a 24-hour operational schedule and proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Preferred Qualifications Five (5) years of related experience. Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Basic Certification Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (OLETS) Teletype Certification Organization
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus systemwith students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world.
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options.Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead.OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners.osuokc.edu
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free. Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. #J-18808-Ljbffr