Retired Public Safety Dispatcher I-V, Critical Labor Shortage

The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at hr.recruitment@csn.edu or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.Job DescriptionUniversity Police Services, Southern Command invites applications for Retired Public Safety Dispatcher I-V, Critical Labor Shortage positions (multiple positions open), [R0139825] (multiple positions open). We appreciate your interest in employment at our growing division.This position is open to PERS RETIRED PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER APPLICANTS ONLY ROLE of the POSITIONUniversity Police Services is conducting a continuous recruitment for current and future openings for Retired Public Safety Dispatcher I-V, Critical Labor Shortage. The following law enforcement credentials are categorized as a Public Safety Dispatcher I-V:Retired with Nevada Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) as a Public Safety Dispatcher I-V.Positions may be assigned to any campus to include the College of Southern Nevada, Desert Research Institute, Nevada State College, and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.University Police Services Public Safety Dispatchers serve as the gateway to and for emergency personnel for all NSHE Campuses in Clark County and coordinate responses with police, fire, medical and other emergency agencies. The public safety dispatcher is the centralized point of contact to gather information and direct emergency response agencies within the jurisdiction of University Police Services. Under general supervision, the public safety dispatcher receives, evaluates, prioritizes and dispatches public safety calls for service and responds to emergency and non-emergency calls in a timely and appropriate manner. University Police Services public safety dispatchers operate a variety of communications equipment including radio, telephone, telephony, TDD and multiple computer systems and relays data into the computer aided dispatch (CAD) program. Public safety dispatchers access and correlate information from the National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) database as well as the Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) to provide criminal history information for wanted persons or items, along with other sensitive information necessary for the Police Department to perform their daily activities for the University and College community. The public safety dispatcher monitors all fire and burglar alarms to all buildings and offices on campus. The public safety dispatcher accesses the closed circuit television (CCTV) or security video cameras on campus. The dispatch center is operated 24/7, 365 days a year for routine and emergency calls for service. They also handle all after hours maintenance calls and contacts for the University.DEPARTMENT INFORMATIONThe department is a full-service police department comprised of patrol operations, administration, police dispatch and a detective division. Services include a canine program, walking and bicycle patrols, and a pro-active, selective traffic enforcement program and takes a leadership role in preparing the University to respond to large-scale crises and events. The department consists of 80 employees (42 full-time sworn officers, 10 sworn part-time, 8 non-sworn part-time, 24 students, and 20 full & part-time civilian support staff). The patrol area for Police Services encompasses all Nevada System of Higher Education facilities in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area. For more information, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/police.PROFILEThe Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) was established in 1865 and is currently comprised of two doctoral-granting universities, a state college, four comprehensive community colleges and one environmental research institute. The public system of higher education in Nevada is governed by the Board of Regents serving over 100,000 students and 15,000 employees. University Police Services, Southern Command, is a full service category I law enforcement agency that serves the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the College of Southern Nevada, the Desert Research Institute and Nevada State College. The department consists of 163 employees and has responsibility for the public safety needs of 80,000 students, faculty and staff over an 800 square mile service area. Law enforcement operations consists of 80 full and part time sworn peace officers, a full service 9-1-1 Center, K-9 operations; emergency management operations with a fully functional EOC and oversight of major special events hosting more than a million visitors a year to various events.Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.For more information, visit us on line at: https://www.unlv.edu/policeCOMMITMENT to DIVERSITYThe successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from high school or the equivalent and two years' experience in clerical, data entry, telephone switchboard or radio telephone work; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional experience can be substituted for high school education.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.Some positions required working on evening, weekends, and/or holidays.A valid driver's license is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.INFORMATIONAL NOTES: Incumbents must pass the NCIC certification examination within six months of appointment and every two years thereafter as a condition of continuing employment. Applicants must meet the minimum typing speed established by the agency at the time of recruitment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSStrong customer service orientation.Excellent management and organizational skills.Excellent communication skills.Ability to multi-task, problem solve, and maintain confidentiality.SALARYPublic Safety Dispatcher I - Grade 27 Step 1, salary $41,634.72.Public Safety Dispatcher II - Grade 29 Step 1, salary $45,184.32.Public Safety Dispatcher III - Grade 31 Step 1, salary $49,047.12Public Safety Dispatcher IV - Grade 33 Step 1, salary $53,390.16.Public Safety Dispatcher V - Grade 34 Step 1, salary $55,603.44."Step" means the number assigned by the Division of Human Resource Management to identify a specific rate of pay within a grade. Per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step 1.*Note: Consideration will be given for experience, seniority, and Grade and Steps earned at the time of retirement.BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLVGenerous compensation packages, separate paid time off for annual and sick leave, and holidaysExcellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision No state income taxComprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programsTuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schoolsTuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependentsPERKSFlexible work schedule (depending on your department)Employee recognition and appreciation programsPersonal and professional development opportunitiesUNLV athletics ticket discountsEmployee discount at UNLV's Student Wellness Recreation Center Statewide employee purchase program discountsRebelCard discounts on and off campusWellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no costPERS CRITICAL DESIGNATION RETIREMENT INFORMATION Effective October 21, 2022, PERS and NSHE have designated University Police Officer and Public Safety Dispatch positions as experiencing a critical labor shortage under NRS 286.523(2)(a) and (3), NRS 286.520, and NRS 286.525.If hired, employees will need to contact PERS to verify qualifications for critical labor shortage status and to make sure there isn't an early age reduction. If the employee qualifies, a PERS eligible form must be filled out for that member. Employees can elect to re-enroll with PERS or NOT on that form. If they choose to re-enroll, PERS needs their enrollment form and survivor form uploaded as well.Link to the PERS eligible form: https://www.nvpers.org/sites/default/files/2022-03/ReEmployPERS-Elig_0_0.pdfIf you have questions related to this critical designation and if you qualify, contact Kelly Scherado, Senior HR Business Partner for University Police Services at (702) 895-4889 or policerecruitment@unlv.edu.If you have questions related to your PERS retirement, please contact PERS directly at 702-486-3900.If you have questions regarding your PEBP and/or Medicare benefits, please contact Kim Dawes at kim.dawes@unlv.edu or at 702-895-4375.This recruitment is limited to former classified, public safety dispatcher employees who have served at least five years of continuous full-time equivalent service in a permanent status in the classified service AND who is currently NEVADA PERS retired in the areas specified in this job advertisement.HOW TO APPLYTHIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE PRIOR TO THE ANNOUNCED CLOSING DATE BELOW BASED ON VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED.Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran's status.Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying.Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete.This recruitment will remain open until filled. Materials should be addressed to Assistant Director, Arnold Vasquez and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, contact Sr. HR Business Partner, Kelly Scherado at (702) 895-4889 or policerecruitment@unlv.edu.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATESUNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, in the search box.If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.EEO/AA STATEMENTThe University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. TITLE IX STATEMENTThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENTUNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.JOB CATEGORYClassifiedExemptNoFull-Time Equivalent 100.0%Required Attachment(s)Posting Close DateNote to ApplicantApplicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.