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PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS PUBLIC SAFETY
633 SW MONTGOMERY STREET
PORTLAND, OREGON 97201
503-725-4012
https://www.pdx.edu/cpso/

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Updated: April 08, 2025

Job Classification: Campus Dispatcher

The Campus Police Department is currently hiring for Campus Dispatchers. All interested candidates must complete the Emergency Communications (ECOMM) exam to be eligible for this position. Please find the department application here: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/30544

Salary Information: $14.75 to $16.49 Hourly

Benefits Information:
A career with Portland State University offers generous benefits:

Medical Benefits; PSU pays 95% of premium payments
Optional Insurance Plans;

Additional Life Insurance for you, your spouse, and your dependents
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance (Short Term and Long Term)
Long-Term Care
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Accounts

Retirement Plan; PERS, ORP, TDI, OSGP
Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Other Employee Leaves
Wellness Programs
Employee Discounts:

70% Tuition Discount
Other Employee Discounts

For more benefits information go to https://www.pdx.edu/hr/benefits

Candidate Contact: cpsrecruiter@pdx.edu

Department Overview: Portland State’s 49-acre downtown campus is located in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant centers of culture, business, and technology. We are recognized throughout the world for programs like Urban Planning, Social Work, and Environmental Studies that directly engage the community, and aim our students towards the creation of a better, more sustainable world.
The Campus Public Safety Office provides emergency response, safety escorts, and patrol services to the campus 24/7. CPSO works with our university partners to ensure that Portland State University is a safe place. Our Services include Campus Police, Public Safety, Campus Dispatch, Access Control, and Clery.

City Information: Portland, Multnomah County, Downtown Area

Population: 30,000+

Job Requirements

Position Summary:
The Campus Dispatcher maintains two-way radio contact with campus police and public safety officers, monitors campus alarms, and operates the telephones and communications equipment in a communications center of a State educational facility. Duties are usually performed in a normal work setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency.
*One year experience with high level of public contact which included answering questions, and gathering and relaying information to others.
*Computer keyboarding utilizing databases to input and/or retrieve information.
*No criminal record (a background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment).
*Must meet Oregon State Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Academy (DPSST) standards for acceptance to training (including minimum age of 21)
*Must successfully complete any required dispatch/telecommunicator training prior to completion of trial service, including attending DPSST Basic Telecommunicator Academy and obtaining a DPSST Telecommunicator Certification; and must be able to become certified by Law Enforcement Data System and RegJIN system.
*Successfully pass a Medical Screening.
*Complete the Emergency Communications (ECOMM) written test from National Testing Network and submit scores directly to Portland State University.

Preferred Qualifications:
None

Hiring Process:
The Portland State University Campus Dispatcher hiring process is extensive. The application to hire process is as follows:

Apply for position through this link: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/30544
Complete and submit to PSU NTN Emergency Communications (ECOMM) exam
Phone Interview
In Person Interview
Passing of Background Investigation
Contingent Offer
Passing Medical Examination

Criminal Activity Disqualifiers:
No felony convictions in Oregon or any other jurisdiction

Driving Disqualifiers:
Must have an acceptable driving record and the ability to obtain a valid driver's license.

Drug Use Disqualifiers:
No violation of any law involving controlled substances.

Working Conditions:
Portland State University Campus Dispatcher must be able to work a variety of shifts, including but not limited to mornings, afternoon, and nights. Work any day of the week, including but not limited to weekends and holidays. Dispatchers work in an open office environment and may be required to respond after normal hours to emergencies and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during campus closures. Some overtime may be required.

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