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Police Communication Specialist
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Job Identification: 37614
Job Category: University Police Department
Posting Date: 08/11/2025, 05:45 PM
Degree Level: High School Graduate
Location: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
Hiring Salary: $43,000
Essential Personnel: Yes
Job Description The primary purpose of this role is to provide all communications for USF Police and Public Safety personnel in their day‑to‑day activities. The position must be staffed at all times, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Responsibilities • Monitor the field positions/activities of Law Enforcement Officers, Investigators, and non‑sworn officers; dispatch officers efficiently to emergency and service calls and coordinate other non‑university emergency response services (Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Department).
• Input and transmit call information, check driver’s license records, vehicle registrations, warrants, criminal histories, and missing person lists using computer terminal; monitor and dispatch Parking Services Specialists via radio and phone, verify vehicle information to determine whether to boot or unboot vehicles, and enter boot information into Flex.
• Receive and dispatch all motorist assist calls and reserved space dispute calls.
• Operate and monitor at a high level of proficiency the Hillsborough County’s enhanced 9‑1‑1 emergency system, FCIC/NCIC computer system, Blue Light emergency phone system, camera system software, card access system software, and all other equipment in the Communications Center.
• Monitor and dispatch security officers for card access and motorist assist calls, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls via radio and phone, and determine response needed from law enforcement and/or security services.
• Handle open door requests from faculty and staff and dispatch as necessary; assist with the weekend calendar of events and dispatches; coordinate patrollers in emergency situations; dispatch escort requests from various entities on campus; monitor the university alarm system and notify appropriate personnel upon activation.
• Review, evaluate, and disseminate criminal activity/confidential information to those who have a need to know on a 24‑hour basis and provide assistance to members of the public who visit the front desk of the University Police Department.
• Enter communication, routine calls, officer activity and other non‑criminal information into Computer‑Aided Dispatch for use in evaluating all law‑enforcement, parking enforcement, and security officer field activities; assist the Communication Supervisor in training new dispatchers.
Additional Functions
Assist in running information for various sections of the agency for investigative purposes (detectives, officers).
Monitor other agency and university department channels when necessary.
Monitor special events coordinated by other law enforcement agencies affecting university or department operations.
Provide budgetary input to supervisors for equipment purchases related to the Communications Center.
Qualifications Minimum:
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. College coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must pass the FCIC/NCIC certification course within 6 months and maintain certification thereafter. Must obtain a Department of Health 911 Telecommunications Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification thereafter.
Equivalencies:
4 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree. 6 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a master's degree.
Preferred:
Current State of Florida 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator certification, three or more years of experience as a Public Safety Telecommunicator for a law enforcement or emergency operation, and state certification on the NCIC/FCIC computer system.
About Us The University of South Florida (USF) is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area with approximately 16,000 employees. USF is a top‑ranked research university serving about 50,000 students across multiple campuses. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition programs, generous leave, and numerous employee perks.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws USF is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
Equal Employment Opportunity USF affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity and regards reasonable accommodation requests with a five‑day prior notice policy.
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Job Identification: 37614
Job Category: University Police Department
Posting Date: 08/11/2025, 05:45 PM
Degree Level: High School Graduate
Location: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
Hiring Salary: $43,000
Essential Personnel: Yes
Job Description The primary purpose of this role is to provide all communications for USF Police and Public Safety personnel in their day‑to‑day activities. The position must be staffed at all times, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Responsibilities • Monitor the field positions/activities of Law Enforcement Officers, Investigators, and non‑sworn officers; dispatch officers efficiently to emergency and service calls and coordinate other non‑university emergency response services (Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Department).
• Input and transmit call information, check driver’s license records, vehicle registrations, warrants, criminal histories, and missing person lists using computer terminal; monitor and dispatch Parking Services Specialists via radio and phone, verify vehicle information to determine whether to boot or unboot vehicles, and enter boot information into Flex.
• Receive and dispatch all motorist assist calls and reserved space dispute calls.
• Operate and monitor at a high level of proficiency the Hillsborough County’s enhanced 9‑1‑1 emergency system, FCIC/NCIC computer system, Blue Light emergency phone system, camera system software, card access system software, and all other equipment in the Communications Center.
• Monitor and dispatch security officers for card access and motorist assist calls, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls via radio and phone, and determine response needed from law enforcement and/or security services.
• Handle open door requests from faculty and staff and dispatch as necessary; assist with the weekend calendar of events and dispatches; coordinate patrollers in emergency situations; dispatch escort requests from various entities on campus; monitor the university alarm system and notify appropriate personnel upon activation.
• Review, evaluate, and disseminate criminal activity/confidential information to those who have a need to know on a 24‑hour basis and provide assistance to members of the public who visit the front desk of the University Police Department.
• Enter communication, routine calls, officer activity and other non‑criminal information into Computer‑Aided Dispatch for use in evaluating all law‑enforcement, parking enforcement, and security officer field activities; assist the Communication Supervisor in training new dispatchers.
Additional Functions
Assist in running information for various sections of the agency for investigative purposes (detectives, officers).
Monitor other agency and university department channels when necessary.
Monitor special events coordinated by other law enforcement agencies affecting university or department operations.
Provide budgetary input to supervisors for equipment purchases related to the Communications Center.
Qualifications Minimum:
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of appropriate experience. College coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Must pass the FCIC/NCIC certification course within 6 months and maintain certification thereafter. Must obtain a Department of Health 911 Telecommunications Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification thereafter.
Equivalencies:
4 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree. 6 years of directly relevant experience may substitute for a master's degree.
Preferred:
Current State of Florida 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator certification, three or more years of experience as a Public Safety Telecommunicator for a law enforcement or emergency operation, and state certification on the NCIC/FCIC computer system.
About Us The University of South Florida (USF) is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area with approximately 16,000 employees. USF is a top‑ranked research university serving about 50,000 students across multiple campuses. The university offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition programs, generous leave, and numerous employee perks.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws USF is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
Equal Employment Opportunity USF affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity and regards reasonable accommodation requests with a five‑day prior notice policy.
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