Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Public Safety Telecommunicator (Part-Time) |
| Posting Number |
25TM0189 |
| Department |
IPO-Rutgers Police-New Bruns. |
| Overview |
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Dispatcher for the Division of Institutional Planning and Operations - Police Department.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Monitors, receives, and coordinates all communications with university/campus police headquarters and the field, including emergency 9-1-1 calls.
- Handles both in-person and telephone inquiries from the public.
- Refers calls or dispatches assistance as appropriate.
- Provides medical pre-arrival instructions for calls received via 9-1-1.
- Monitors, updates, and maintains various departmental logs and lists.
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| Position Status |
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| Hours Per Week |
19 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Position Salary |
$23 - $26/hourly |
| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Benefits |
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
- Must be a certified 9-1-1 operator or receive certification within 90 days of employment.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Radio communications or dispatcher experience, and professional computer experience are preferred.
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
- Ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats.
- Must have effective client service skills and be able to communicate effectively.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
- In accordance with New Jersey State law, applicants must agree to undergo and authorize the university to conduct fingerprint, criminal history and/or child abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies, including but not limited to: the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Identification Division and/or the New Jersey Division of State Police, Bureau of Identification.
- Must pass a physical examination.
- Must pass a psychological examination.
- Must complete continuing education credits to maintain certifications required to perform essential functions of the position.
- Applicants must also assume any costs incurred by the university associated with the background investigations whether required by statute or not.
- Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, overnights, and holidays; occasional overtime is required.
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
05/15/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
11/11/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-New Brunswick |
| Home Location Campus |
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick) |
| City |
New Brunswick |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
May 15, 2025