Denver Public Schools
DISPATCH, EMERGENCY SERVICES SAFETY
Denver Public Schools, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Job Description
** Applications will be received until
August 19, 2025 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
About this job:
Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from administration, schools, members of the public, bus drivers, and District employees concerning students, accidents, community complaints, requests for information, requests for dissemination of information to other schools, groups, parents, or employees. Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment to relay information or orders to proper District officials or first responders.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. $25.000 - $26.800 an hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. What You'll Do:
Evaluates incoming information and operates in a calm and proficient manner under emergency and crisis situations, making critical decisions independently Receives emergency and non-emergency incoming telephone calls and dispatches applicable resources, including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, ensuring adherence to protocols Monitors and maintains multiple software programs that control security alarms, fire alarms, elevator alarms, imminent freeze alarms, supervisory alarms, AC power fail alarms, and water pump alarms Monitors and maintains cameras for all buildings Monitors all District Safe to Tell and Gaggle reports Provides after-hours assistance to transportation What You'll Need:
Minimum High School Diploma or GED Bachelor's Degree Preferred 1+ year of Dispatch for a school district or a 911 center Receive and maintain a CCIC certification within 3 months of hire; Receives and maintains NIMS certifications within 3 months of hire Excellent computer skills with knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook Effective time management and organizational skills Effective communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high stress environment and operate multiple computers simultaneously The ability to make critical decisions independently and confidently Strong interpersonal skills Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and information regarding the District, students and citizens Demonstrated knowledge of telephone customer service skills Knowledge of industrial or school emergency response and reporting systems Ability to work any shift, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including working holidays and days where the District is closed due weather or other circumstances Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the
physical demands
of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.
** Applications will be received until
August 19, 2025 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
About this job:
Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from administration, schools, members of the public, bus drivers, and District employees concerning students, accidents, community complaints, requests for information, requests for dissemination of information to other schools, groups, parents, or employees. Operates radio, telephone, and computer equipment to relay information or orders to proper District officials or first responders.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. $25.000 - $26.800 an hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. What You'll Do:
Evaluates incoming information and operates in a calm and proficient manner under emergency and crisis situations, making critical decisions independently Receives emergency and non-emergency incoming telephone calls and dispatches applicable resources, including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, ensuring adherence to protocols Monitors and maintains multiple software programs that control security alarms, fire alarms, elevator alarms, imminent freeze alarms, supervisory alarms, AC power fail alarms, and water pump alarms Monitors and maintains cameras for all buildings Monitors all District Safe to Tell and Gaggle reports Provides after-hours assistance to transportation What You'll Need:
Minimum High School Diploma or GED Bachelor's Degree Preferred 1+ year of Dispatch for a school district or a 911 center Receive and maintain a CCIC certification within 3 months of hire; Receives and maintains NIMS certifications within 3 months of hire Excellent computer skills with knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook Effective time management and organizational skills Effective communication skills, including excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong attention to detail Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high stress environment and operate multiple computers simultaneously The ability to make critical decisions independently and confidently Strong interpersonal skills Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and information regarding the District, students and citizens Demonstrated knowledge of telephone customer service skills Knowledge of industrial or school emergency response and reporting systems Ability to work any shift, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including working holidays and days where the District is closed due weather or other circumstances Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the
physical demands
of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.