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Police Dispatcher
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $21.48 - $34.36 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
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Communications Officer/Dispatcher
Federated Global Ventures, LLC —Lexington, KY
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Law Enforcement Dispatcher
Office of the Fayette County Sheriff —Lexington, KY
- $41,000 - $43,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Paramedic - IFT
AmeriPro Health LLC —Lexington, KY
- CPR Certification
- PALS Certification
- BLS Certification
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Class A CDL Flatbed Driver
Blackwood Solutions —Kentucky
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- CDL A
- Mid-level
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Security Officer
Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington —Lexington, KY
- $16.83 - $23.77 an hour
- PRN
- Military
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Driver/Operator FT
Kentucky River Foothills Development Council —Richmond, KY
- $14.50 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Basic math
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Care Partner Kentucky
CareCar —Ford, KY
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
HVAC Service Technician - No on Call!
Peterman Brothers —Lexington, KY
- $24 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Fuel card
- Paid holidays
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Commercial HVAC Service Technician
Perfection Group —Lexington, KY
- $30 - $45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Commercial HVAC Controls Technician
Perfection Group —Lexington, KY
- On call
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Equine Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
PetVet Care Centers —Lexington, KY
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Police Dispatcher

University of Kentucky -
Lexington, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$21.48 - $34.36 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Police Dispatcher

Requisition Number

RE55645

Working Title

Communications Officer

Department Name

3HL00:UK Police

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

Salary Range

$21.48-34.36/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Certification from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training, Telecommunication Academy must be obtained within 12 months of hire

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time, view multiple computer screens without difficulty, and handle intermittent periods of high levels of stress.

Shift

Rotating 12 hour shifts. Must be able to work any of the following:
7 am – 7 pm
7 pm – 7 am

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays, and Overtime for special events.

Job Summary

Support Public Safety Through Critical Emergency Communications and Dispatch Operations

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Communications Officer to join the University of Kentucky Police Department Security Operations Center.

This position provides emergent and non-emergent communications support to the UK community by receiving calls for service, dispatching police and security personnel, and maintaining critical records and communication systems. The Communications Officer plays an important role in supporting public safety, coordinating responses to incidents, and ensuring accurate information sharing with campus and external agencies.

What You’ll Do

Monitor and operate a multi-channel 800 MHz radio console to maintain communication with police and security personnel and support officer safety.
Receive and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, assess caller needs, determine call priority, and dispatch appropriate services.
Operate communication and safety systems including multi-line telephone consoles, TDD services, student safety applications, mass notification systems, access control systems, and camera systems.
Maintain accurate records of calls for service, officer activity, and related information within computer-aided dispatch systems, online reporting tools, and Excel spreadsheets.
Monitor, operate, and update information within the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) while coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies.
Provide customer service to callers and visitors by answering administrative phone lines and directing requests appropriately.

What You’ll Bring

Clear speaking voice and strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy when documenting information.
Quick problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Computer proficiency, including data entry, typing, and system navigation.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma
No related experience required
Certification from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training Telecommunication Academy must be obtained within 12 months of hire

What’s In It for You

Competitive starting pay of $24.00 per hour.
Professional development opportunities through the University of Kentucky Police Department.
Training and certification opportunities that support career growth in emergency communications and public safety.
UK’s Exceptional Benefits

Why Now?
The University of Kentucky Police Department relies on skilled communications professionals to help provide timely responses to emergencies, service requests, and safety concerns across the campus community. This position is essential to ensuring accurate information flow between callers, officers, and partner agencies.

As campus safety operations continue to depend on advanced communication, dispatch, and notification systems, the Communications Officer serves a vital role in supporting efficient service delivery, incident response, and public safety coordination.

If you are not already certified as a Telecommunicator in Kentucky, you will need to attend a mandatory live-in training academy at the Department of Criminal Justice Training in Richmond, KY. The academy requires that you reside at their residence halls during the week. This must be completed within 1 year of your hire date.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Customer service
Typing
Quick decision making
Excellent written and verbal communication
Accuracy
Attention to detail
Ability to learn and become proficient with new computer systems

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

09/13/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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