Police Dispatcher (Open Rank Technician II III)

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

(Technician II will perform duties under direct supervision and guidance. Technician III will perform duties independently.)

• Dispatches Police Officers Security Officers and other personnel to assist community members by gathering information via phone radio computers alarms and monitors.

• Monitors alarmed areas fire systems cameras other local police agencies and area weather conditions by viewing and listening to computers video monitors printers and radios.

• Processes enters maintains and distributes police records.

• Obtains dispatches enters and cancels crime information on vehicles persons and property by using the computer to access the CCIC/NCIC.

• Initiates confirmation of warrants and coordination of in-custody transports.

• Position operates various equipment daily and reports malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor or personnel.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.

Why Join Us:

If you like community policing building relationships with those you serve and having a healthy work-life balance then we have just the job for you. Come join us as a Police Dispatcher at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region. Youll have an important job protecting those who protect others through ground-breaking life-saving research thats at the forefront of transformative education science medicine and healthcare. For more information about the CU Anschutz campus please visit:

As a Dispatcher you play a key role along with our officers in keeping the campus safe. Youll take calls from the public dispatch officers to incidents monitor alarms and cameras. While you must be prepared for any emergency we dont experience high call volumes. You have the time to develop relationships with colleagues in our tight-knit department. We also value our rapport with the community. A recent survey shows that the majority of campus constituents support our Police Department and three-quarters feel safe or very safe here.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Technician II: Two (2) years of experience in police radio/telephone communications equipment operations.

• Technician III: Three (3) years of experience in police radio/telephone communications equipment operations.

• • Substitution: A combination of directly related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or higher in communications criminal justice or a field of study directly related to the work assigned.

• Two (2) years of experience in police radio/telephone communications equipment operations within the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Police Department (CUPD).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and Colorado Open and Criminal Justice Records Acts.

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously handling interruptions and difficult situations under time pressure.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to receive comprehend and rapidly relay accurate information.

• Ability to maintain self-control during periods of extreme stress and pressure.

• Ability to handle confidential information in a secure professional and discretionary manner.

• Ability to work closely with others to maintain calm efficient operations.

• Demonstrated interpersonal problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Flexibility and openness to change.

How to Apply:

Application Materials Instructions:

To apply please submit the following materials to this posting:

• A cover letter and resume that specifically address the job requirements and outline your qualifications in a Word Document or PDF File.

Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title duties months and years employed and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Questions should be directed to: Kenyari Jones

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 1^st 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:

• Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone number.
• Please address minimum qualifications competencies and preferred qualifications in your cover letter as these along with previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.
• Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions:

  For those who meet minimum qualifications the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following:

  • Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting.
    • Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials. Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis.
  • Interviews based on the job requirements preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting.
    • Candidates will be evaluated scored and ranked based on oral responses
    • Interviews may be over the phone videoconference or in-person

  You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

• Technician II: $54470 - $63696

• Technician III: $63055 - $70687

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

External Candidates are eligible for a one-time non-base building hiring bonus of up to $5000 or 10% of starting annual salary. 1st half of the bonus eligibility will begin on start date the 2nd half of the bonus will be paid after completion of the in-house training program. In addition to the base salary this position is eligible for a base-building salary increase of $2000.00 upon successful and satisfactory completion of the Communications Training Officer Program and fulfillment of associated performance expectations.

The above hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees DHR.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty staff students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and othervaccine preventable diseases. If you work visit or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work visit or volunteer addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.