Job Description
Dispatcher Job no: 510111
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 470900 - Police
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Support Staff
Position Open Date: Dec 19 2025
Position Function: Handles routine and emergency radio, telephone and 911 calls for service following special or written instructions for transmitting and routing calls.
Salary Grade : 09
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile: Mississippi State University Police Department is charged with providing for the safety of all the students, faculty, staff, and guests who attend class, work, live, and visit our campus, and with the security of university buildings and property. Mississippi State University police officers are always working and available to assist you. The department provides a comprehensive array of law enforcement services through a dedicated staff of more than 35 sworn, state commissioned police officers and 10 full-time support personnel. All MSU Police officers are certified by the Mississippi Peace Officers Minimum Standards Commission and have the same authorities and must meet the same expectations as law enforcement officers in any community.
Area of Specialization: Police
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Monitors police base station radio networks. Receives and disseminates information verbally is a clear and concise speaking voice to University Police Officers and personnel of the University Police Department. Enters information into computer via keyboard to respond to officer's request for information Monitors and responds to activation of campus-wide electronic sensor alarms. Oversees the emergency 911 service for the university taking appropriate action concerning police, fire, or medical assistance. Maintains daily telephone contact with all segments of the general public and campus community. Must be available to work rotating shifts. Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to pass a written assessment. Completion of a certified Telecommunications Operator course within one year of employment. Must be available to work rotating shifts. Ability to speak in a clear and concise voice. -or- Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management.
Will ABD's (all but dissertation) be considered?
Preferred Qualifications: Vocational or college courses in mass communications. Previous experience as a telecommunications operator in a law enforcement or emergency 911 service. Completion of a certified Telecommunications Operator course.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to speak in a clear and concise voice.
Ability to listen, hear, and process telephonic calls and relay information.
Knowledge of basic computer and word processing skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort Dispatcher positions work rotating 8 hour shifts so must be able to work nights and weekends.
Instructions for Applying: Link to apply:
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
What do I do if I need an accommodation? In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.
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Advertised: Dec 19 2025 Central Standard Time
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Job Tags
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