Dispatcher Job at Northern VA Community College
Posting Summary
Working Title
Dispatcher
Role Title
Emergency Coordinator I
Role Code
69151-FP
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
28000788
Agency
Northern VA Community College
Division
NV280-VP Administration
Work Location
Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range
$45,000 - $55,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
Yes
EEO Category
D-Protective Service Worker
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Must be able to work rotating shifts with varying days off.
Must be able to work occasional unscheduled overtime, weekends, holidays, and during times the college is closed due to inclement weather or other unusual occurrences.
Must be able to work occasional unscheduled overtime, weekends, holidays, and during times the college is closed due to inclement weather or other unusual occurrences.
Sensitive Position
Yes
Job Description
General Description: The primary objective of the College Police Department is to develop and direct a comprehensive program of Law Enforcement to provide the highest level of safety, security, and service for the campus community as they pursue their daily work and study activities, consistent with the laws of the Commonwealth.
The NOVA Police Department is established as a college-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain the safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules, and duties depending on the needs of the department and/or staff professional development.
Duties and Tasks:
The NOVA Police Department is established as a college-wide entity with the responsibility to maintain the safety and security of all employees, students and visitors, and property owned or controlled by the College. As such, all police department employees are subject to short-term and long-term reassignments that may include different locations, rotating schedules, and duties depending on the needs of the department and/or staff professional development.
Duties and Tasks:
- This position is responsible for performing a variety of communications and operational tasks in support of public safety, law enforcement, and security operations, linking those in need of assistance to those who render assistance.
Essential Functions:
- Operate police/emergency communications equipment in accordance with existing guidelines.
- Process requests for service by telephone and in person.
- Maintain computerized daily communications logs.
Special Assignments:
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
- May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required KSAs:
- Ability to successfully complete initial DCJS approved Dispatcher/Communications Training;
- Ability to successfully complete Departmental Field Training;
- Ability to acquire and maintain NCIC/VCIN Level A operator certification;
- Ability to successfully complete Departmentally required or DCJS required In-Service Training.
- Ability to follow instructions and perform with minimum supervision;
- Ability to understand and speak English clearly;
- Excellent oral (no speech limitations) and written communication skills;
- Ability to multi-task various job functions;
- Ability to handle stress under emergency situations;
- Good computer skills
- Ability to type 30-35 words per minute.
- Ability to successfully complete the written telecommunicator assessment.
- Possess a good geographical knowledge of the six NVCC Campuses including surrounding roadways
Minimum Qualifications:
- Successful completion of the written tele-communicator assessment
- 18 years of age
- No criminal record.
- Must be a United States citizen or have been a lawful resident of the United States for the past 10 consecutive years.
- Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a thorough background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior Public Safety Dispatching/Call Taker experience.
- VA Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Communications Officer Certification.
- VCIN/NCIC Level A Operator
- APCO Telecommunicator I Certification and/or other APCO certifications.
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_2044P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/08/2023
Job Close Date
03/22/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit
our website.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.
We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at
The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at
NOVA
. Please take a moment to review
NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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