Public Safety Dispatcher – OHSU (Portland, OR)

OHSU is hiring a Public Safety Dispatcher to support emergency communications, radio traffic, alarm monitoring, and coordination of campus safety operations. Dispatchers work in a fast‑paced environment handling calls for service, monitoring security systems, and supporting sworn and non‑sworn public safety personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and non‑emergency calls
• Dispatch officers and coordinate field response
• Monitor alarms, access control, and CCTV systems
• Maintain detailed logs and incident records
• Communicate with police, fire, and medical responders
• Support campus safety operations and emergency procedures

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Experience in dispatch, security, or public safety preferred
• Ability to pass background screening

Compensation

OHSU dispatch roles typically range $24–$32/hr depending on experience and union scale.