Dispatcher

Position Details Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Dispatcher Posting Summary Join the UVM Police Emergency Communications Center – Serve, Educate, and Grow with Us UVM Police is a values-driven organization committed to fostering safety, education, and trust within our diverse campus community. We prioritize strong relationships and our Emergency Communications Center is at the heart of it all. At UVM Police, your work makes a difference in the lives of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day. Benefits Include Signing/retention bonus Shift differential pay (in addition to base salary) College tuition remission for employees and dependents 10% employer contribution to retirement savings plans (with 2% employee contribution) after probation period 20 days of paid time off (PTO) to start, plus medical leave Up to 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Opportunities for overtime and comp time accrual Up to 4 hours paid fitness time/week Why Join UVM Police? Work in a university environment that values education and personal growth Be part of a team that emphasizes respect, inclusion, and community collaboration Serve a vibrant, diverse campus with opportunities to build meaningful connections Our Ideal Candidate Shares our commitment to education, equity, and service Values community engagement and open communication Wants to grow professionally in a supportive environment Learn more about our department, qualifications, and the UVM community at www.uvm.edu/police . Minimum Qualifications (or Equivalent Combination Of Education And Experience) High school diploma and two years’ related experience required. Working knowledge of software applications used to support area operations, and familiarity with Internet resources required. Security clearance/background check required. NCIC and 911 certification required within 6 months of hire. Keyboarding, spelling and editing (grammar) skills required. Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English required. Effective communication skills including clear diction without impediments required. Ability to use computer and radio station required. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability and delivering exceptional value and great experience to customers required. Desirable Qualifications Experience with emergency decision making, using two-way radio system and receiving multiple phone calls, in a short period of time highly desirable. Anticipated Pay Range $29.12-$29.56/hr; more dependent on years of Emergency Dispatch experience. Other Information Special Conditions Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, A probationary period may be required, 2nd and/or 3rd shift, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Union Position Yes, NEPBA Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Open Date 10/15/2026 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled Yes Our Common Ground Statement The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties. Position…

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