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Communications Officer

University, MS

Sponsorship not specified$19k-$28kDetected 25 days ago
Incident ResponseCustomer SupportResearchLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • Receives and transmits emergency and non-emergency calls for service, monitors security and emergency systems, and coordinates emergency response.

Responsibilities

  • Join the Ole Miss Family - Build Your Legacy Here!

Requirements

  • High School (Required)
  • Relevant experience | 4 Years | Required

Nice to have

  • Additional languages are always a plus, but are not required.

Skills

  • Technologically Savvy
  • Reliable
  • Quick Thinking
  • Expert Multi-tasker
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Superior Customer Service
  • Quick, Accurate, and Thorough Documentation
  • Clear and Concise Communication
  • Strong ethics
  • A Desire to Serve the Ole Miss Community
  • Consideration will only be given to those who provide a resume and cover letter.
  • Minimum education required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Compensation

  • Starting Pay: $18.64 hourly ($38,771 annually) with no experience plus an additional

Benefits

  • State Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Insurance
  • State Retirement (PERS)
  • Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Cancer, and Accidental Death Policies Available
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time
  • Free/Discounted Staff/Dependent Tuition
  • Education Qualifications:

Company info

  • The University of Mississippi
  • We are the "Flagship" University for the state of Mississippi with enrollment of over 27,000 for 2024 and climbing annually. The University employs over 15,000 faculty and staff across its campuses. We have earned a spot on The Chronicle of Higher Education's national "Great Colleges to Work For" list for 15 years! The factors considered include among others: employee well-being, competitiveness of policies and benefits, confidence in leadership, diversity and inclusion, professional development, and job satisfaction.
  • Job Description:
  • Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatches personnel, including campus security officers, police officers, and emergency responders, as needed.
  • We are the "Flagship" University for the state of Mississippi with enrollment of over 27,000 for 2024 and climbing annually.
  • The University employs over 15,000 faculty and staff across its campuses.
  • We have earned a spot on The Chronicle of Higher Education's national "Great Colleges to Work For" list for 15 years!
  • The factors considered include among others: employee well-being, competitiveness of policies and benefits, confidence in leadership, diversity and inclusion, professional development, and job satisfaction.
  • Monitors security and emergency systems, including cameras and alarm systems, to ensure the safety and security of campus.
  • Provides guidance and assistance to callers, including information about campus policies, procedures, and resources.
  • Monitors multiple calls and incidents simultaneously, maintaining awareness of status and prioritizing responses based on the nature and severity of the situation.
  • Provides accurate and timely information to responding personnel, including location, nature of the incident, and any special circumstances.
  • Maintains accurate records of all calls and incidents, including actions taken and outcomes.
  • University Police Department

Equal opportunity

  • The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons.
  • The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
  • Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
  • EEO Statement:

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