<p>Department</p> <p>This position is within the Florida State University department of Public Safety.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Monitors fire and security alarms as well as access control systems. Position utilizes and operates but is not limited to the police radio base station, escort patrol base station, maintenance base station, Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center computer terminal, police scanner, telephone and radio recorder system and telephone equipment.</p> <p>Maintains radio communication with all police officers, parking enforcement, sworn administrative personnel and investigators through the use of various radio equipment and computer software applications. Implements and assists with the coordination of special and emergency procedures of units responding to emergency situations.</p> <p>Operates the Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center teletype terminal, and the requests from those Information Centers via computer network terminals for criminal information needed by police units in the field.</p> <p>Provides personal and over the phone customer service to the members of the University Community and general public that are consistent with the departmental policy and within the normal scope of services rendered by law enforcement personnel.</p> <p>Performs administrative procedures and paperwork required for the successful operation of the Communications Center and the coordination of the departmental field activity.</p> <p>Provides active instruction of the fundamentals of police communications and related activities to all police radio communication operator trainees.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>A high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience. (Note: post high-school education and/or experience may substitute at a comparable rate.)</p> <ul> <li>911 Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification to be obtained within 12 months of the hire date per Florida Statute 401.465. </li></ul> <p>Contact Info</p> <p>For more information regarding this position, please contact Malia Brown at (850) 644-1239 and/or mbrown10@fsu.edu.</p> <p>University Information</p> <p>One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!</p> <p>Learn more about our university and campuses.</p> <p>FSU Total Rewards</p> <p>FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.</p> <p>Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.</p> <p>Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference</p> <p>Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.</p> <p>IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select "yes" to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.</p> <p>Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.</p> <p>Considerations</p> <p>This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.</p> <p>This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.</p> <p>This position does not qualify for special risk benefits and classification under applicable retirement or insurance programs.</p> <p>This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.</p>